as in defines
to mark the limits of
marked off the outline of the mural first
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Georgia law defines second-degree murder as causing the death of a child by committing the crime of cruelty to children.—
Jeff Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026 -
Beyoncé's butterscotch blonde boasts the insouciant, melty finish that defines the old money approach and provides a natural extension of her natural brunette.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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In 2019, the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 2, which limits how much cities can increase property tax revenue each year without voter approval.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
1 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the emergency rule limits insurance coverage of Biktarvy, a once-daily pill to treat HIV and used by about 60% of those enrolled in ADAP.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Marks (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marks%20%28off%29. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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