as in labels
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
read the tag on the shirt to find out if I could wash it or if it had to be dry-cleaned
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as in tracks
to go after or on the track of
wildlife experts surreptitiously tagged the timber wolf, carefully keeping a safe distance so the wolf wouldn't catch their scent and run
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as in clips
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
he tagged me with a right hook and blackened my eye
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as in picks
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
she tagged her most experienced operative for the special mission
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Recent Examples of tags
Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Even before the exhibition was open to the public, as the museum was readying for a private press preview, passersby on Grand Avenue grabbed paper tags from the outdoor installation’s instructions table and began filling the olive trees with their desires, the Broad said.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Failure to pay civil restitution can prevent you from obtaining future hunting licenses, permits or tags.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026
The company’s signature Western shirt was designed with snap buttons, smile or sawtooth pockets and navy cuff-tags (trademarked in 1985, when Levi Strauss held the only other label-positioning trademark).
—Sandra Dallas, Denver Post, 8 June 2026
The Blumhouse Atomic Monster movie Obsession was launched like you’d do any genre pics –screenings at cult festivals like SXSW, with cute stunts like the Post It ‘lovey’ tags from the pic’s girlfriend Nikki (Inde Navarrette).
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Wearing collars to trigger automatic feeding machines which mix milk with powdered milk to order for each individual, and tags on their ears for identification, they are very closely monitored.
—Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
During that time, the team has removed more than 22,000 pounds of trash and more than 7,000 graffiti tags.
—Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Within the natural roses were ones made of paper that had tags attached to the stems with each guests’ name and table number.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Jenny Staletovich, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Gerth gets notified every time a neighbor tags her on Facebook.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Reece Atwood tags her with an RBI single off the left-field wall that scores Kayden Henry, MaTaia Lawson follows with a 2-RBI single into right, and Jaycie Nichols bounces another single up the middle.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
William Contreras #24 of the Milwaukee Brewers tags out Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers at home plate during the sixth inning at American Family Field on July 08, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Behind the scenes, Billo tags your videos, tracks what elements perform best—things like hooks, calls to action, and formats—and shares that info with brands.
—Renae Gregoire, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
Some even have tags saying that the content is AI-generated.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Even before the exhibition was open to the public, as the museum was readying for a private press preview, passersby on Grand Avenue grabbed paper tags from the outdoor installation’s instructions table and began filling the olive trees with their desires, the Broad said.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Failure to pay civil restitution can prevent you from obtaining future hunting licenses, permits or tags.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026
The company’s signature Western shirt was designed with snap buttons, smile or sawtooth pockets and navy cuff-tags (trademarked in 1985, when Levi Strauss held the only other label-positioning trademark).
—Sandra Dallas, Denver Post, 8 June 2026
The Blumhouse Atomic Monster movie Obsession was launched like you’d do any genre pics –screenings at cult festivals like SXSW, with cute stunts like the Post It ‘lovey’ tags from the pic’s girlfriend Nikki (Inde Navarrette).
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Wearing collars to trigger automatic feeding machines which mix milk with powdered milk to order for each individual, and tags on their ears for identification, they are very closely monitored.
—Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
During that time, the team has removed more than 22,000 pounds of trash and more than 7,000 graffiti tags.
—Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Within the natural roses were ones made of paper that had tags attached to the stems with each guests’ name and table number.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Verb
McDonnell, who focuses on predatory fish and impacts from climate change and fishing, typically tags fish with sensors for studies.
—Jenny Staletovich, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Gerth gets notified every time a neighbor tags her on Facebook.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Reece Atwood tags her with an RBI single off the left-field wall that scores Kayden Henry, MaTaia Lawson follows with a 2-RBI single into right, and Jaycie Nichols bounces another single up the middle.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
William Contreras #24 of the Milwaukee Brewers tags out Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers at home plate during the sixth inning at American Family Field on July 08, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Behind the scenes, Billo tags your videos, tracks what elements perform best—things like hooks, calls to action, and formats—and shares that info with brands.
—Renae Gregoire, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tags
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In Soroban, the IRS looked past legal labels and attacked active participants in the business, threatening the valuable limited partner exception from self-employment tax.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Across the market, from legacy luxury to digitally native labels, the move toward color, individuality and symbolism over the traditional diamond-first approach is clear.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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The arrival of The Better Life shows that Americans are still deeply interested in all things 3 Doors Down, even as its starting position now marks a new career low for the troupe.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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This study marks the first to use that data to model climate as rising temperatures are expected to fuel more disastrous events, from marine heat waves that kill coral to droughts.—
Jenny Staletovich,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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The system continuously tracks all 22 degrees of freedom of the human hand, covering the full range of joint movements that allow fingers and the palm to bend, rotate, and coordinate complex actions.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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As of Wednesday morning, traders now see a 66% chance of at least one quarter-point rate hike by year-end, according to CME’s FedWatch tool, which tracks market expectations for rate decisions.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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The device clips magnetically to the rear of any MagSafe-compatible smartphone or case.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Joe Rodon clips a pass over the top of the Brentford defence for Calvert-Lewin to contest.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Check out our top picks below and save up to 42 percent.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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Top picks Dijkum sees specific opportunities in retail, office and hotel REITs.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Where to buy Mister Rogers stamps The Mister Rogers Stamps will be available for purchase at any post office nationwide and on The Postal Store online.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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On one hand, earning NBA All-Defensive Second Team honors firmly stamps Anunoby as one of the 10 best defenders on the planet.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
24 May 2026
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Just as sunlight chases away shadows, financial transparency dispels anxiety.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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While much of the startup world chases disruption, the real opportunity may lie in something less flashy—designing AI to support the people who keep our communities running.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Quick hits Cornerback Chau Smith-Wade, who is seeing time at safety, blitzed Pickett for a would-be sack during 11-on-11 work.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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He's recorded 135 total tackles, 24 sacks, and 53 quarterback hits.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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