1
as in banished
to force to leave a country
courtiers and generals who incurred the emperor's disfavor were soon relegated to the farther reaches of the empire
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as in classified
to arrange or assign according to type
some psychologists argue that the syndrome should be relegated to a different class of autism
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Recent Examples of relegated
The duo's collaborations aren't just relegated to the recording booth and the stage, either.
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Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Sustainability cannot be relegated to a single department or initiative.
—Joel Carboni, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
That was Gwynn’s last season, ending with his left knee in such bad shape he was relegated to pinch hitting.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Santos Vs Corinthians Just over a year ago Santos were relegated for the first time in their 111 year history.
—Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Their attempt was so horrible it was relegated to their basement and in essence forgotten.
—Tammy Algood, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Dec. 2024
The region has been the subject of continuous fighting by both sides as after Ukrainian troops seized Kherson and other nearby regional settlements in November 2022, Russian forces were relegated to the river's east bank.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
As dress codes continue to become more relaxed, the simple two-piece suit has been relegated for many to only a few occasions—office meetings, weddings and funerals.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Given that the 2024 iteration has only a few days left before it’s relegated to holiday history books, grab your gloves and your hot cocoa because there’s no time like the present for a winter wonderland stroll.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Sustainability cannot be relegated to a single department or initiative.
—Joel Carboni, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
That was Gwynn’s last season, ending with his left knee in such bad shape he was relegated to pinch hitting.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Santos Vs Corinthians Just over a year ago Santos were relegated for the first time in their 111 year history.
—Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Their attempt was so horrible it was relegated to their basement and in essence forgotten.
—Tammy Algood, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Dec. 2024
The region has been the subject of continuous fighting by both sides as after Ukrainian troops seized Kherson and other nearby regional settlements in November 2022, Russian forces were relegated to the river's east bank.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
As dress codes continue to become more relaxed, the simple two-piece suit has been relegated for many to only a few occasions—office meetings, weddings and funerals.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Given that the 2024 iteration has only a few days left before it’s relegated to holiday history books, grab your gloves and your hot cocoa because there’s no time like the present for a winter wonderland stroll.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relegated
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The box office blues have been banished in historic fashion.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Apr. 2025
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And within a few years, she would be personally banished from Nazi Germany by Adolf Hitler and become a stalwart presence for millions of radio listeners during World War II.—
Mycah Hazel,
NPR,
14 Mar. 2025
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And our findings have broader implications for how species are classified and protected under conservation laws.—
Andre A. Naranjo,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
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Arrest warrant questioned Many law experts question the validity of the warrant, which specified that certain key provisions of South Korea's Criminal Procedure Act should be excluded, which meant the police could search the military and government-classified presidential residence.—
Joohee Cho,
ABC News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Rubio hailed El Salvador’s president on Sunday, noting that 10 more people who are alleged to be members of two gangs were deported for imprisonment.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Immigration judge finds that Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Beyond these achievements, Alex distinguished himself through his partnership with the administration.—
Olivia Antigua,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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That’s an issue because while both hemp and marijuana are cannabis plants, distinguished only by their cannabinoid content, they are regulated differently.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
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Researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) have developed a microscopic brain sensor which is so tiny that it can be placed in the small gap between your hair follicles on the scalp, slightly under the skin.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Apr. 2025
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While more invasive signal capture methods, such as brain implants, are possible, research by Georgia Tech sought to create sensors that are easily placed and reliably manufactured.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Apr. 2025
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Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Once the ladies are separated, Jackie pulls Heavenly aside to scold her for her behavior.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Relegated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relegated. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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