terming

verb

present participle of term
as in naming
to give a name to the armed forces began a rescue mission termed Operation In and Out

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Recent Examples of terming The five-member governing body is guaranteed at least one new face, with four candidates vying for the open 4th District seat now that Doug Chaffee will be terming out at the end of the year. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 2 June 2026 With Vice Mayor Pam Foley terming out, five individuals are vying for her District 9 seat, which encompasses a southwestern portion in San Jose, including the Cambrian Park neighborhood. — Grace Hase, Mercury News, 4 May 2026 The district is the poorest the city, and the council race is expected to be one of the most competitive city contests this June, with the current council member, Curren Price, terming out. — Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026 Experts are terming this more of a long-term drought given the longevity but still, a wet spring could change things in a hurry. — Terry Eliasen, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terming
  1. naming
  2. calling
  3. dubbing
  4. labeling
  5. designating
  6. nominating
  7. entitling
Verb
  • Parents are naming guardians for their children in case they are detained or deported, while others have stopped working, shopping or even leaving home, relying instead on neighbors and churches.
    — Maria Santana, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Ask for the specific reasons in writing, specifically naming the adverse action notice requirement.
    — TerDawn DeBoe, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of naming
Verb
  • The American singer gave KiiiKiii a shoutout during an interview with The Korea Times, calling them a strong fifth-generation group that stands out.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Among them, offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand opted against taking what was effectively a demotion, with play-calling duties going to a more veteran coach (eventually, Frank Reich), and left, too.
    — Jonathan Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of calling
Verb
  • Balfe also navigates challenges like spatial audio mixing, where collaboration with dubbing mixers is crucial.
    — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • New and upcoming titles under the deal will carry English subtitles and dubbing in the Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 July 2026
Definition of dubbing
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  • Law enforcement officials are cautious about labeling someone as a member of, or even affiliated with, the mafia.
    — Jack Harvel August 17, Kansas City Star, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Kindergarten teacher Kat Golando of Keystone School in San Antonio recommends labeling everything—from lunch boxes to sweaters—with name stickers or stamps.
    — Adrienne Farr, Parents, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of labeling
Verb
  • Related Dedicate a Media Wall If a TV is an important element to some within your home and others prefer the elegance of a standalone fireplace, Soto recommends designating a separate wall for the TV.
    — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2026
  • However, parents, social workers and shrinks got involved, saying that designating the classes hurt the students’ feelings and self-esteem.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of designating
Verb
  • Julian Epstein wrote Democrats have lost their moral authority by nominating El-Sayed.
    — NBC news, NBC news, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Brazil's government in a statement responded by accusing the United States of not following international law in nominating its ambassador to Brazil.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of nominating
Verb
  • The ruling gave hijras official status as a minority community, entitling them to various forms of government assistance.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026
  • The superintendent, general counsel and chief auditor qualify for the supplements due to provisions in their contracts entitling them to the same increases as other administrative staff, officials said.
    — Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2026
Definition of entitling

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