TAGS Synonyms: 194 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of tag

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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verb (1)

present tense third-person singular of tag

as in marks

to attach an identifying slip to tagged all the dresses with sale stickers before putting them on the rack

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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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verb (2)

present tense third-person singular of tag

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

Noun

Cage and Cope were playing the de facto heels, overpowering an isolated Matt Jackson and mixing in quick tags. — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 At the South Chicago Chapel, none of the remains from South Chicago Chapel had tags listing the decedents' full name and date of birth or other unique identifiers, though some had funeral home or hospital tags. — Casey Toner, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026 The tags may also help protect the birds, whose nests sit on the ground, hidden among crops, and are vulnerable to farm machinery. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026 That’s according to The Hollywood Reporter, which obtained an email sent to Apple’s industry partners stating that the correct tags must be used before the feature becomes available. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 Uzbekistan already has an electronic cotton traceability system, which uses barcodes and RFID tags to trace fiber origin. — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026 As proposed, Bow Mar residents would enter the community using RFID tags placed on their vehicles, while visitors would use a guest pass or code to get through. — Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2026 In recent years tags have remained available late into summer, but that can change. — Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, 19 Aug. 2026 The Smart Brick responds to printed tags on other bricks and minifigures. — Chris McMullen, Space.com, 17 Aug. 2026

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For example, if a user logs a 50-mile running goal in Nike Run Club, the CDP tags the user’s profile. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 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

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Noun

Asked what labels are hot these days among athletes, Hampton cites Louis Vuitton, Prada, Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu, Saint Laurent and Loewe.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
However, there is considerably more room today for contemporary luxury, independent labels, and direct-to-consumer brands to establish credibility in handbags.

— Miles Socha, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026

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This marks the continuation of the long-standing partnership, which is continually evolving in line with the changing requirements of the maritime environment, according to a press release.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
Wednesday is also Prince George’s first day at Eton College, and marks Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis’s first day of school, as well.

— Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of marks

Verb

All of my essentials are packed in my Stowaway, which clips into my weekender as a bag organizer, and can clip out to be worn on its own as a crossbody when walking around during the day or as a clutch when going out in the evening.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 16 July 2026
This compact tote folds into a small pouch that clips directly onto your keys and expands into a functional bag when needed.

— Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026

Definition of clips

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As the 2026 Emmys inch ever closer and Vanity Fair finalizes our 2026 Emmy winner predictions, our printable Emmys ballot 2026 is here to capture your winner picks across 26 categories, from best drama to outstanding reality TV host.

— Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 1 Sep. 2026
Standout picks include these autumnal Mary Jane shoes, which are going for just $18, and this Bluetooth speaker that’s an impressive 69 percent off.

— Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

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In the video, Hilton’s 3-year-old son Phoenix can be seen giggling as the puppy playfully chases him around the room while 2-year-old sister London looks on.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
That’s one reason there are so many arguments over the value of a team, or an athlete, or sports more generally, as more and more money chases something essentially priceless—or misappropriated, depending on your view.

— Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026