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as in called
to give a name to
decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"
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as in mentioned
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 appointed
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 selected
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 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 chose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
they finally named a date for the wedding
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Recent Examples of named
Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
San Diego State’s Ava Schaffel was named the Mountain West conference pitcher of the week for allowing two runs on four hits in 9 2/3 innings over two games, although the Aztecs (19-15, 4-5) lost two of three games at New Mexico.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Her dad and grandfather, both named Ed, are members of the Providence Hall of Fame and played baseball in the minor leagues.
—Tony Baranek, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Guess named the South Korean rapper, singer and member of the K-pop group Stray Kids its first global brand ambassador for both Guess and Guess Jeans brands earlier this month.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026
Many Native American tribes named April's full moon after signs of spring and seasonal change.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
On the first day of the NFL Annual Meetings, Jets coach Aaron Glenn named Geno Smith his starter for 2026.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Derry was named to the first-team All-America Football Championship Subdivision team after compiling 1,123 receiving yards on 76 catches with 13 touchdowns last season.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
The Board of Ed named King as one of three finalists for the position earlier this month.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
The clip, shared by her owner, shows the golden retriever—now named Kaiko—settling into a bedroom on what was described as her very first night living indoors.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
San Diego State’s Ava Schaffel was named the Mountain West conference pitcher of the week for allowing two runs on four hits in 9 2/3 innings over two games, although the Aztecs (19-15, 4-5) lost two of three games at New Mexico.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Her dad and grandfather, both named Ed, are members of the Providence Hall of Fame and played baseball in the minor leagues.
—Tony Baranek, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Guess named the South Korean rapper, singer and member of the K-pop group Stray Kids its first global brand ambassador for both Guess and Guess Jeans brands earlier this month.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026
Many Native American tribes named April's full moon after signs of spring and seasonal change.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
On the first day of the NFL Annual Meetings, Jets coach Aaron Glenn named Geno Smith his starter for 2026.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Derry was named to the first-team All-America Football Championship Subdivision team after compiling 1,123 receiving yards on 76 catches with 13 touchdowns last season.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
The Board of Ed named King as one of three finalists for the position earlier this month.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for named
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Beside his role at the helm of Chanel, Lagerfeld was also well known for his many luxury homes.—
Lianne Kolirin,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
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But not everyone agrees, of course, and Trump himself is well known to be changeable, to say the least.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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After the fight was called, Barber lay on the canvas for a few minutes, looking around and breathing heavily, while UFC trainers evaluated her.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2026
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Les Grenadiers, as the team is often called, were in the midst of a magical run through the regional tournament that determined which teams from North America would earn a place in the 2026 World Cup.—
Albert Samaha,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2026
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When the investigator asked for a spreadsheet documenting removals, mentioned in testimony by several supervisors, the agency’s then-adult protection director in Miami emailed a copy.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The first time burritos were mentioned was around 1895, Noe Alcala, executive chef of Lucia Mexican Grill at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, told USA TODAY.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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If the judge signs off on the case April 2, a fund administrator will be appointed and a website will be created for the settlement.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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It was well appointed and modern, with a sleek and nicely stocked wet bar, and curtains that swiftly opened or closed at the touch of a button.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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If selected, residents will receive a time slot to buy tickets between April 2-6.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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All products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The change in temperatures will be dramatic after a record-setting 84 degrees on Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.—
Bill Kelly,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The case was originally set for trial this summer, but the trial is on hold until the appeals are complete.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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The project, dubbed Montoro Estates, would build a two-story, 9,480-square-foot house with a walkout basement, pool, spa and main- and lower-level garages on an empty lot at 2545 Ruette Nice.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
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And while most of the bourbon in Kentucky is produced outside the city, downtown once housed a concentration of bourbon-adjacent businesses dubbed Whiskey Row.—
Adam Sachs,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The nationality of the third was not specified.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Named.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/named. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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