assorts

verb

Definition of assortsnext
present tense third-person singular of assort
1
as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type assort these butterfly specimens according to geographic origin

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2
as in blends
to form a pleasing relationship somewhat surprisingly, the collection of ancient Egyptian art assorts rather well with the museum's modern design

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  1. classifies
  2. blends
  3. corresponds
  4. distinguishes
  5. relegates
  6. distributes
  7. separates
Verb
  • This system also classifies the importance of manual or automatic repair and the defect type.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The National Weather Service (NWS) has shared information on what classifies as a blizzard, which are deadly winter storms that combine blowing snow and wind, resulting in extremely limited visibility.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of classifies
Verb
  • Boy Smells’ fan favorite scent perfectly blends florals with rhubarb, cardamom, and papyrus.
    Rose Dommu, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This captivating perfume blends the warmth and richness of indulgent rum with the velvety sweetness of suave vanilla absolute.
    Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of blends
Verb
  • That data also corresponds with findings from the research firm Gartner, which estimated that in 2024 about 80% of all individual voice connections would be through mobile phones and 20% through landlines.
    Betty Lin-Fisher, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Despite public outcry and boycotts following the 2016 North Carolina anti-trans bathroom ban, this past year has seen bills targeting trans people's use of the bathroom that corresponds with their gender have come back to a concerning degree.
    James Factora, Them, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of corresponds
Verb
  • This steadfast focus not only strengthens the brand’s connection with its audience but also distinguishes it in a crowded entertainment landscape.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • But what distinguishes it is its ability to create an experience that combines the luxury of a hotel with the personalized warmth of a home.
    Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of distinguishes
Verb
  • But that’s not true of the Echo Show, which smartly relegates the screen to secondary importance.
    Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season.
    Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of relegates
Verb
  • The food-grade silicone can withstand temperatures up to 480 degrees Fahrenheit, distributes heat evenly, and prevents baked goods from sticking to the pan.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The campaign, known to have been active now for a worrying four months, uses fake companies to leverage trust and distributes the stealer malware in disguise as a video meeting application.
    Davey Winder, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of distributes
Verb
  • The tsunami hazard area in Manhattan Beach is essentially limited to the beach and pier on the coastal side of the Strand, the walking-and-biking path that separates the sand from luxury homes.
    Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Listen to this article One win separates the Knicks from a business trip to Las Vegas.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of separates
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