1
as in to distinguish
to find out or establish the identity of
sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator
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2
as in to associate
to think of (something) in combination
for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers
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Recent Examples of identify
For the second day of programming, Prada conducted a workshop on how to accurately identify and read data sources and communicate the impacts to the public, attended by delegates from countries including Chile and Turkey.
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025
Sun Valley Parkway has been identified as an eight-lane road, Willett said.
—Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 16 Feb. 2025
The attacker has not yet been identified by authorities.
—Henrik Pettersson, CNN, 5 Feb. 2025
Chelsea still see elite upside in Joao Felix, who was identified in the summer as a fit for Maresca’s system and a potent weapon against opposition low blocks.
—Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 5 Feb. 2025
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025
Sun Valley Parkway has been identified as an eight-lane road, Willett said.
—Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 16 Feb. 2025
The attacker has not yet been identified by authorities.
—Henrik Pettersson, CNN, 5 Feb. 2025
Chelsea still see elite upside in Joao Felix, who was identified in the summer as a fit for Maresca’s system and a potent weapon against opposition low blocks.
—Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for identify
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Many of the sharks in this area are juveniles and haven’t yet fully developed the ability to distinguish between humans and their natural prey, which includes fish, stingrays and other sharks.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
13 Feb. 2025
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Many of the sharks in this area are juveniles and fail to distinguish between humans and their prey, which includes fish, stingrays and other sharks, according to the statement.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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No registration required, and there are no fees associated with the event.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Lung conditions associated with clubbed fingernails include: Lung cancer: About 80% of secondary cases are triggered by lung cancer.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
14 Feb. 2025
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Chris Buescher has pinpointed vehicle handling issues as the reason behind his performance troubles during the Clash qualifying round.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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Even though our research did not pinpoint the specific causes of adolescent fears, the constant exposure to crises, amplified by social media, likely plays a significant role in fostering a pervasive sense of worry.—
Yalda T. Uhls,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
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Overall, the study found that increases in average temperature, winter temperature and living density, alongside decreases in vegetation and funding for rat control, correlates with faster urban rat expansion.—
Doyle Rice,
USA TODAY,
3 Feb. 2025
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Fluoride's ability to prevent cavities was first identified in Colorado Springs, where naturally high fluoride levels correlated with fewer cavities, although there were signs of discoloration in teeth.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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That lab found trace amounts of the cocaine metabolite, norcocaine.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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McNeeley gave UConn its first lead since the score was 2-0 with a pair of free throws, and Ball found Reed again for a two-handed slam that put the Huskies up four with 1:11 to go.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
19 Feb. 2025
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There are also pieces that connect Twain to the history of Hartford, advertising which used his name or image to promote stores or utility companies.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
9 Feb. 2025
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All About 'Mail With Mr. Zip' Families will watch as Mr. ZIP goes on all sorts of adventures to help teach children about the importance of connecting people through the mail.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
8 Feb. 2025
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The region is located within Mare Crisium, a 300-mile-wide basin in the northeast quadrant of the moon's near side, that is believed to have been created by early volcanic eruptions and flooded with basaltic lava more than 3 billion years ago.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The Carmel Valley Library is located at 3919 Townsgate Drive, San Diego, 92130.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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During the sketch, Thompson called out the fact that Darius and Murphy's Morgan, who wore a shimmery red jacket and a comically large gold medallion, seemed like they might be related.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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Jennifer is a senior writer at Ars Technica with a particular focus on where science meets culture, covering everything from physics and related interdisciplinary topics to her favorite films and TV series.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
Ars Technica,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Identify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identify. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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