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marking (off)

verb

Definition of marking (off)

present participle of mark (off)

as in defining

to mark the limits of marked off the outline of the mural first

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Biden's Gaza Record Has Drawn Criticism The war in Gaza began during Biden's presidency and became one of the defining foreign policy challenges of his administration.

— Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2026
But just past it, the waves cut deeply into the beach, defining foot-high sand cliffs and wrapping around tree stumps that once would have been far inland.

— John Anglim, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2026

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Other options may include a custom oral appliance that repositions the jaw, sleeping on your side, limiting alcohol, quitting smoking, treating nasal congestion or pursuing weight management when appropriate.

— Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 10 Nov. 2026
The changes are intended to protect Canadian manufacturers while limiting costs for businesses that depend on American supplies.

— Rich Percival, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2026

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My ears strained for the telltale sound of a deer bounding away through the darkness.

— Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026
Clear blue skies are hovering over the Pharmalot campus, where a cool breeze is wafting by and the official mascots are bounding about the grounds in search of critters.

— Ed Silverman, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026

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The Anti-Defamation League, meanwhile, has urged residents to eat at the restaurants targeted by the demonstration, describing the campaign as an effort to intimidate Philadelphia’s Jewish community.

— Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026
Above the deli were large menus describing the food and a separate menu for hot soups.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2026

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