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as in lists
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
got a copy of the couple's bridal registry from the store's computer and scanned it for items we could afford
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as in enrollments
the number of individuals registered
has the registry for the professional development seminar reached its limit yet?
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Recent Examples of registries
As a result, most registries are in need of more racial and ethnic health information.
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Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 30 Sep. 2025
Domain registries also play a critical role in maintaining online trust.
—Akram Atallah, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
According to one post on social media, grandma showers can sometimes include all the trappings of a traditional baby shower for the parents, including games, gifts, and even registries.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025
Thousands of people have removed themselves from state organ donor registries since New York Times reporting on the transplant system, including more than 5,000 in California, Newsweek has learned.
—Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 30 Sep. 2025
Domain registries also play a critical role in maintaining online trust.
—Akram Atallah, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
According to one post on social media, grandma showers can sometimes include all the trappings of a traditional baby shower for the parents, including games, gifts, and even registries.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025
Thousands of people have removed themselves from state organ donor registries since New York Times reporting on the transplant system, including more than 5,000 in California, Newsweek has learned.
—Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for registries
Noun
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The bank turned over lists of customers to the FBI without subpoenas, warrants or any legal obligation to do so, according to the complaint.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Their representations of words or pictures are just long lists of numbers, each indicating the degree of activation of a specific artificial neuron.—
Ben Brubaker,
Quanta Magazine,
7 Jan. 2026
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The state budget divided some Democrats last year when Newsom proposed ending new Medi-Cal enrollments for some undocumented groups and requiring others to pay monthly premiums.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2026
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This group will meet annually beginning in 2027 to examine school-by-school enrollments, capacities and these guidelines, said superintendent David Buck.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
18 Dec. 2025
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All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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Check your local listings for showtimes in your area.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Jan. 2026
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Within 30 days, registrations would be required, proofs of freedom demanded, and Black residents lacking two white sponsors willing to post the $500 bond would be banished.—
Equal Justice Initiative,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The findings come despite recent data showing a decline in Democratic voter registrations and a slide in the party's favorability ratings nationwide.—
Luke Fountain,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Registries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/registries. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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