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as in deserving
to be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment)
how does a summer intern rate a new computer when I've been told to make do with this clunker?
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as in estimating
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
nowadays most motorists would probably rate their cell phone as an "essential" piece of electronic equipment
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as in ranking
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
a restaurant that consistently rates high in all the standard categories
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as in considering
to think of in a particular way
I would rate her my best friend; after all, she's always been there when I needed her
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as in scolding
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
a tyrannical father who usually spent most of dinnertime rating his children on their alleged multitude of failings
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Recent Examples of rating
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 20 May 2025
Naturally, the best shot the NBA has at keeping its ratings momentum alive is if the Knicks are still playing basketball in June.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025
In what should surprise nobody who has ever picked up a phone, respondents are least satisfied with battery life, although that 77 rating still beats the wireless industry's sector-wide score of 75.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
Con: Relatively high (but not very high) rating on FEMA National Risk Index.
—William P. Barrett, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
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Noun
The renewal, which comes a month after the Season 3 finale of the thriller drama, was fully expected following the strong ratings performance of the most recent installment.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 20 May 2025
Naturally, the best shot the NBA has at keeping its ratings momentum alive is if the Knicks are still playing basketball in June.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025
In what should surprise nobody who has ever picked up a phone, respondents are least satisfied with battery life, although that 77 rating still beats the wireless industry's sector-wide score of 75.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
Con: Relatively high (but not very high) rating on FEMA National Risk Index.
—William P. Barrett, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rating
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Around 5,000 buildings were destroyed in St. Louis alone, St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said in a post on X. Buildings and cars were destroyed, homes are missing entire walls and upper levels of houses and buildings are gone, photos of the disaster show.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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This proved to be a good decision, as people resonated with the film on a very emotional level.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
18 May 2025
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The easy answer is most of the time, but the accurate answer is that out of the 24 roles in this ranking, Pantoliano is evil in 20, neutral in one, and good in three.—
Carrie Wittmer,
Vulture,
19 May 2025
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It's been well over a decade since Aaliyah last scored a hit on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay tally, which is considered the most competitive radio ranking in those genres.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Travelers' rights against warrantless searches are weakened within 100 miles of any port of entry, so any person is subject to being questioned and their electronic devices – including phones, tablets and laptops – searched by border agents regardless of immigration status.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security is asking the Pentagon to provide some 20,000 National Guard forces to assist in the removal of migrants in the United States without legal status.—
Tom Bowman,
NPR,
15 May 2025
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Student Loan Collection Begins On May 5th: What Borrowers Should Know Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 6 The dwindling ranks of first responder volunteers would be boosted if those giving up their time were eligible for student loan forgiveness, according to a Democratic congressman.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the name Ocean arrived on the popularity charts in 2020 at a rank of 795.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
12 May 2025
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Temperatures from the West Coast to the Great Basin and Northern Rockies could be on the order of 10 to 20 degrees below normal May 13, with similar temperature anomalies throughout much of the Intermountain West on May 14.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Friday’s second game starts at 11 a.m., with the third game (if needed) starting at 1:30 p.m. — or the same time Donnelly is scheduled to get her degree in communications.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2025
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Uber’s new features come as the company accelerates its leadership position in the ride-sharing market and seeks to offer more affordable alternatives for users.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pushed a more uncompromising position on the contested land.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Other fans even modified Taylor Swift lyrics to fit the situation, showing off their creativity.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Nearly two weeks later, sources close to the situation tell The Star that Self and his assistants are operating with the expectation that Vaughn, the 50-year-old Pasadena, California native, will indeed be hired as Norm Roberts’ replacement in the near future.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
21 May 2025
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“Rating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rating. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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