1
as in classified
to arrange or assign according to type
codify these ancient cultures according to their political structures
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2
as in organized
to put into a particular arrangement
the rules for the game were codified over a hundred years ago
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Recent Examples of codified
Additionally, Congress codified more stringent controls to prevent cyberattacks in 2022, which took effect in March 2023.
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Christian Espinosa, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The Act is codified at Title 31 (Money and Finance) and is intended to stop federal agencies from spending federal dollars that aren't authorized, as well as barring them from accepting voluntary services (meaning that employees can't work for free during a shutdown).
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The Supreme Court, in a 6-1 majority, found that the ban violated the right to privacy codified in the Montana State Constitution.
—Trans Formations Project, Them, 13 Dec. 2024
The outlet operates under the VOA Charter, codified in 1976 by President Gerald Ford, which made permanent the journalistic and editorial freedom of the news outlet.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
That knowledge is codified using a different medium.
—Yásnaya Elena A. Gil (tr. Ellen Jones), The Dial, 26 Nov. 2024
The city has followed sanctuary city guidelines for years, but an ordinance was never codified into law.
—Louis Casiano, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
Unlike a transparent tax system, where rates and exemptions are codified into law and subject to oversight, tariffs can operate in a discretionary gray zone.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
The law can be traced to as early as 1864 – before Arizona became a state – and was codified in 1901.
—CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Christian Espinosa, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The Act is codified at Title 31 (Money and Finance) and is intended to stop federal agencies from spending federal dollars that aren't authorized, as well as barring them from accepting voluntary services (meaning that employees can't work for free during a shutdown).
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The Supreme Court, in a 6-1 majority, found that the ban violated the right to privacy codified in the Montana State Constitution.
—Trans Formations Project, Them, 13 Dec. 2024
The outlet operates under the VOA Charter, codified in 1976 by President Gerald Ford, which made permanent the journalistic and editorial freedom of the news outlet.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
That knowledge is codified using a different medium.
—Yásnaya Elena A. Gil (tr. Ellen Jones), The Dial, 26 Nov. 2024
The city has followed sanctuary city guidelines for years, but an ordinance was never codified into law.
—Louis Casiano, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
Unlike a transparent tax system, where rates and exemptions are codified into law and subject to oversight, tariffs can operate in a discretionary gray zone.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
The law can be traced to as early as 1864 – before Arizona became a state – and was codified in 1901.
—CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for codified
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And our findings have broader implications for how species are classified and protected under conservation laws.—
Andre A. Naranjo,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
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Arrest warrant questioned Many law experts question the validity of the warrant, which specified that certain key provisions of South Korea's Criminal Procedure Act should be excluded, which meant the police could search the military and government-classified presidential residence.—
Joohee Cho,
ABC News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Plants are organized by region; Romero and I started in the Americas, pulling up to an eight-foot-tall Brazilian grape tree, known for the gumball-size purple berries that grow directly on its trunk.—
Nora Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Jan. 2025
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Last October, the institute organized five planning sessions at Brooklyn’s senior center.—
Jonathan Bullington,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2025
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The setup is currently being demonstrated in the form of a prototype sleeve which incorporates a total of eight pneumatic actuators arranged in two rows of four.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
23 Dec. 2024
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The fresh flowers which come by road from Amsterdam are arranged in the hotel’s own floristry on the top floor, with staff taking them home when guests leave.—
Heather Farmbrough,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Santos Vs Corinthians Just over a year ago Santos were relegated for the first time in their 111 year history.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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That was Gwynn’s last season, ending with his left knee in such bad shape he was relegated to pinch hitting.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
27 Dec. 2024
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The shoot was also distinguished by a series of high-profile visitors.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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My hope is 2025 will echo that distinguished past, welcoming new voices to our civil society that push leadership in a similar direction — with substantial carbon emissions reductions.—
Mike Gunter,
Orlando Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2025
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He was told no one would go see it, and it would never get distributed.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
TIME,
6 Jan. 2025
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The 215-minute film, distributed by A24, has been a critical success since its debut at Venice.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2025
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Both sections are well-categorized to make searching for your favorite games easier.—
Matthew Gover,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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The syrup is categorized into grades, which describe richness in taste and color.—
Lauren O'Connor, MS,
Health,
6 Jan. 2025
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