as in distinguishing
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the marching band's striking black-and-silver uniforms serve as its identifying mark for thousands of parade spectators
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as in pinpointing
to find out or establish the identity of
sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator
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as in associating
to think of (something) in combination
for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers
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Recent Examples of identifying
Anthony Savino, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Like in New Jersey, the commission should produce regular reports—annually, if not more often—identifying programs and regulations in need of reform.
—James Broughel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Begin by identifying one or two areas where AI could have an immediate impact, implement a cost-effective tool and measure the results.
—Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
The labeling process involves identifying and categorizing your thoughts to gain some emotional distance and clarity.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Based on my experience leading a web design and digital marketing agency, here are my tips for identifying the keywords that can help customers find you.
—Anthony Savino, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Like in New Jersey, the commission should produce regular reports—annually, if not more often—identifying programs and regulations in need of reform.
—James Broughel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Begin by identifying one or two areas where AI could have an immediate impact, implement a cost-effective tool and measure the results.
—Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
The labeling process involves identifying and categorizing your thoughts to gain some emotional distance and clarity.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for identifying
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Love them or hate them, Apple’s peripherals have a distinctive visual appeal, and that’s especially true of the Magic Trackpad.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Along with their distinctive, large black eye patches, giant pandas have short limbs and round bodies.Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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By integrating financial services, companies can offer a more holistic experience, distinguishing themselves from competitors.Zareef Hamid, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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One key distinguishing factor is the presence of a fever.Katia Hetter, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
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He was reportedly discovered by an employee of Russia's foreign intelligence agency, the SVR, with injuries characteristic of a fall.Harriet Marsden, The Week UK, theweek, 22 Oct. 2024
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The people wear regular clothes, including the women and girls, who were dressed in blue jeans or leggings, not the prairie dresses that are characteristic of the polygamist sect.Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2024
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The explosions took place around the Plaza of the Three Powers, an iconic square in Brasilia connecting the principal buildings of Brazil’s three branches of federal government.Reuters, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Despite connecting with 32-year-old marketing director Ashley Adionser in the pods, the 34-year-old account manager neglected to mention his biological children until after the pair got engaged and returned from their honeymoon.Glamour, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
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The filing also details a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting related to fees and allowances paid to distributors for distinct services.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Each brand in the portfolio targets a distinct Gen Z and millennial audience, and aside from Princess Polly, companies under its umbrella include Culture Kings, mnml and Petal & Pup.Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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In a 2022 report on best practices for warehouse projects under the state’s environmental laws, the state attorney general’s office recommends locating warehouse facilities so that their property lines are at least 1,000 feet from the property lines of sensitive sites such as homes and schools.Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2024
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Here are some tips and tricks for locating a draft.Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
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The emphasis on connectivity between spaces continues in the primary suite, a duplex with an open staircase linking the sleeping accommodation on the upper deck to an equally private office and sitting room on the main deck below.Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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During the investigation, Hogan’s head was found in Gein’s house, linking him to her disappearance.Keith Langston, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024
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There are still a few typical Grammy picks (congrats, Common & Pete Rock), but overall, the rap field hasn’t looked this fresh in years.Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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According to Goldy, a manager dressed in a floor-length silver-gray pleather gown, a typical selection at W Salon is at least $2,000.Talia Lavin, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Identifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identifying. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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