signalize

verb

Definition of signalizenext
as in to signal

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Recent Examples of signalize The function of news is to signalize an event, the function of truth is to bring to light the hidden facts, to set them into relation with each other, and make a picture of reality on which men can act. — Osita Nwanevu, The New Republic, 13 Oct. 2019 As an alternative to using Moffett, try Innovation Way, which has been signalized to better accommodate higher traffic volumes. — Gary Richards, The Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2019 According to the most recent decade of data available, 44% of all crashes where pedestrians were killed or injured occurred when an individual was struck while crossing at a signalized crossing like a traffic light. — oregonlive.com, 11 June 2019 Each of the turn lanes would be signalized to more easily allow vehicles to re-enter the U.S. 190 flow. — Kim Chatelain, NOLA.com, 3 May 2018 The two nearest signalized intersections are to the north and south at a distance beyond the length of more than two football fields. — Tony Bizjak, sacbee, 1 Feb. 2018 The bike crossings also function as signalized crosswalks for pedestrians. — Elliot Njus, OregonLive.com, 24 Aug. 2017 The project will include the relocation and expansion of the airport’s cell-phone lot, signalized pedestrian crossings between the terminals and parking garages, improving vehicular access to curbs and other enhancements. — Larry Barszewski, Sun-Sentinel.com, 13 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signalize
  1. signal
  2. refer
  3. indicate
  4. mention
  5. point
  6. signify
  7. imply
Verb
  • The notification signals that the infant may need to be fed, have a diaper changed or be evaluated for another cause of discomfort.
    — Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
  • The lineup, announced this past week, signaled a feel-good, family-friendly procession of fan favorites, and that's exactly what the performers delivered.
    — Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 19 July 2026
Definition of signal
Verb
  • Spokespersons for Amtrak referred questions to the federal transportation department.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
  • In response to a lengthy list of questions, a university spokesperson referred Sportico to the Q&A and its previous statements, while declining further comment.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of refer
Verb
  • Court records indicate he was arrested in Whatcom County, Washington, in 2022.
    — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 21 July 2026
  • The recent run-up in gasoline futures indicates prices will rise another 10 to 25 cents over the next week.
    — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Definition of indicate
Verb
  • Prosecutors had mentioned the two chainsaws in a prior court filing, saying Burke ordered them on Amazon shortly after the alleged murder.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also reiterated Wednesday that the US could sanction Chinese firms over such IP theft, without mentioning Moonshot or others by name.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Definition of mention
Verb
  • By now, the moon is dominating the night sky, albeit low on the horizon, and on Wednesday, July 29 — the night before the full Buck Moon — the Summer Triangle will appear to point straight at it.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 24 July 2026
  • The value comes from the processes that point them at your goals, built by engineers and HR working hand in hand.
    — Erik Aasberg, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of point
Verb
  • During the games, players were banned from wearing OneLove armbands that signified unity with the LGBTQ community.
    — DeAsia Paige, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
  • But anyone imagining that this signifies the end of Ronaldo’s international career should read on.
    — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 15 July 2026
Definition of signify
Verb
  • But when two students are interacting with one another, Pfefferkorn noted that implies some level of institutional responsibility.
    — Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • Jefferies initiated research coverage of the financial services company with a buy on Friday, setting a price target of $760, implying almost 22% upside from Monday’s close.
    — Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 21 July 2026
Definition of imply

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