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as in moniker
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
introduced himself and then asked what my name was
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as in insult
an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings
quit calling her names
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as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
a celebrity who is the head of the charitable organization in name only
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as in reputation
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
has a good name among fellow marine biologists
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as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
managed to get several names to appear at the restaurant's opening
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as in to label
to give a name to
decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"
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as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
I don't want to name anyone in particular, but someone in this room fiddled with my car's radio
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as in to nominate
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
was named the provost of the university
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as in to select
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
you don't like my offer? Just name your price
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as in to set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
you name the date and I'll make sure I'm there
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as in to choose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
they finally named a date for the wedding
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as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
the university's physics department boasts a number of name physicists
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Recent Examples of name
Jake Ciely, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
In both of these cases, the stars of the soundtracks – Clément Ducol and Camille for Emilia Pérez and Chalamet for A Complete Unknown – are identified by name on the entry list from which Grammy voters will make their selections in first-round voting.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025
Selome Hailu, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
The aviation themes of Air Afrique, which is named after the defunct Pan-African airline, are emphasized through Morse code on the outsole and a jacquard insole patterned after the seats on Air Afrique aircrafts.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Vulture, 23 June 2022
Although pancake mix and syrup are not sold out in most stores, most popular or name brand items are harder to come by.
—Dallas News, 26 Apr. 2020
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Noun
Next up with Braelon Allen done, and Breece Hall has a few past injuries to his name.
—Jake Ciely, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
In both of these cases, the stars of the soundtracks – Clément Ducol and Camille for Emilia Pérez and Chalamet for A Complete Unknown – are identified by name on the entry list from which Grammy voters will make their selections in first-round voting.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
Going into the finale, Billie has just learned that her crush, Quentin (Recker Eans), is actually an orc who was gaining her trust on behalf of an evil wizard named Lord Morsus.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
The aviation themes of Air Afrique, which is named after the defunct Pan-African airline, are emphasized through Morse code on the outsole and a jacquard insole patterned after the seats on Air Afrique aircrafts.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
As interesting as the pro-name change argument may be, Zaslav may ultimately decide it’s not worth the investment in time and resources to make what is at the core a cosmetic change.
—Vulture, 23 June 2022
Although pancake mix and syrup are not sold out in most stores, most popular or name brand items are harder to come by.
—Dallas News, 26 Apr. 2020
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Since starting his production career in 2008, Walter — better known by his moniker, Cirkut — has been behind some of this century’s biggest hits, helping to write and produce massive singles for Rihanna, Kesha, The Weeknd and dozens more throughout the 2010s.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
1 Oct. 2025
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Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate are now wrestling under different monikers as part of their new masked gimmick.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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The insults have been flying in the back-and-forth, and there doesn’t appear to be an end in sight for at least the short term.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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Some others within the group interpreted Yahaya’s lyrics as an insult to the Prophet Muhammad.—
Sean Nelson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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What To Know Xavier Donaldson, defense attorney for Combs, addressed reports that his client had booked speaking appearances in Miami for next week, seemingly in anticipation of a light sentence.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
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Since the sausages began racing, the Brewers have only made it to the postseason eight times and their only World Series appearance came much earlier, in 1982.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Martinez is perhaps still clinging to a reputation the Yankees passed down, while Boone clung to Martinez's comment for nearly a month.—
Jon Paul Hoornstra,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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These days, apple cider vinegar has a solid reputation as a natural, budget-friendly cleaning solution—and for good reason.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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The 1970s had seen a mass exodus of Argentina’s star players abroad, particularly to Spain, where a ban on foreign players had recently been lifted.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Country music star Tanya Tucker sang at his bedside.—
Keith Sharon,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
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Trigg was labeled as an underachiever by scouts as an underclassman and is still proving himself in several areas (on and off the field), but his talent is undeniable and improved consistency in 2025 will help suppress any concerns.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Bottles of Lipton Green Tea Citrus were mistakenly labeled as Diet Green Tea Mixed Berry, resulting in a discrepancy in sugar content.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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This recent history, combined with the current proximity to major support and the daily oversold condition mentioned above, adds to HD's potentially compelling risk/reward scenario.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
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But when leaving the company, to keep their vested equity, they were reportedly required to sign an agreement that contained provisions eternally forbidding them from criticizing their former employer, and that prevented them from mentioning the agreement’s existence.—
Harry Booth,
Time,
8 Oct. 2025
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The vineyard was recently nominated for American Winery of the Year for their Bordeaux-style wines, the only North Carolina winery to have ever been nominated.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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Performing with the Chicago Theatre Company in the late ’90s, Kimberly was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for her performance in By the Way, Meet Vera Stark.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/name. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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