1
as in traced
to draw or make apparent the outline of
she carefully outlined the tree before she started drawing in the leaves
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2
as in summarized
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
outlined the important points in the introduction
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Recent Examples of outlined
State and education leaders in Texas and Florida outlined significant consequences for students and educators related to student walkouts.
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Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
From the outset, our goal has been to bring meaningful, positive impact to the city through the transformative Bahia Mar redevelopment, paired with the CDD’s commitment to fund the offsite public improvements outlined in the interlocal agreement.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
There are no major frills or fancy switchups, but its familiar simplicity has been outlined for perfect results every time.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Feb. 2026
The reversal on the assault charges for Sosa-Celis and Aljorna comes after several discrepancies emerged between statements from Department of Homeland Security officials and details outlined in court records regarding their arrests.
—Armando Garcia, ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
The goals, which included a pledge to keep a firm grip on spending, were outlined in a bid to boost shares that have trailed those of other large US banks.
—Katherine Doherty, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Savannah urged anyone with information to come forward as investigators worked against a looming deadline outlined in the note, which authorities have not publicly authenticated.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
From a binder on her kitchen table, Weaver took out a piece of paper that outlined her unusual arrangement.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
From the outset, our goal has been to bring meaningful, positive impact to the city through the transformative Bahia Mar redevelopment, paired with the CDD’s commitment to fund the offsite public improvements outlined in the interlocal agreement.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
There are no major frills or fancy switchups, but its familiar simplicity has been outlined for perfect results every time.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Feb. 2026
The reversal on the assault charges for Sosa-Celis and Aljorna comes after several discrepancies emerged between statements from Department of Homeland Security officials and details outlined in court records regarding their arrests.
—Armando Garcia, ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
The goals, which included a pledge to keep a firm grip on spending, were outlined in a bid to boost shares that have trailed those of other large US banks.
—Katherine Doherty, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Savannah urged anyone with information to come forward as investigators worked against a looming deadline outlined in the note, which authorities have not publicly authenticated.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
From a binder on her kitchen table, Weaver took out a piece of paper that outlined her unusual arrangement.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlined
Verb
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Few accessories are so simple as the beanie, whose provenance can be traced back to a simple woolen cap worn by laborers in the late Medieval period.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2026
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There will be trips to Indianapolis, the state capital, to lobby for funds for a rail operation whose heritage can be traced to the early 1900s.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Mo Dakhil, a former video coordinator for the Spurs and Clippers, summarized that discontent in an appearance on Zach Lowe’s podcast this week.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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The following is the five-day forecast for Broward and Palm Beach counties, summarized by AI based on information from the National Weather Service.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The exercises that build a strong, defined back A balanced routine that includes strength training, cardio, and mobility can improve everything from daily function to athletic performance, while also shaping muscle over time.—
Ciara Lucas,
SELF,
15 Feb. 2026
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Boatneck tops are defined by wide, shallow necklines that graze the collarbone, creating a flattering, elongating effect.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The new concept for the site was sketched out in the call with analysts.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
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The story famously goes that the W16 configuration was sketched by Piëch on a bullet train in Japan.—
Karl Brauer,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Outlined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlined. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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