as in tag
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
on its frame the painting had a label with its title and the name of the artist
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to give a name to
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Recent Examples of label
Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2025
The major labels sued two of the most popular AI music generation services — Suno and Udio — last year, claiming the companies infringed thousands of works to train their models without a license.
—Ethan Millman, Rolling Stone, 25 Feb. 2025
Margaret Roach Stacey Cramp, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
The death toll linked to the Prairie Farms Dairy shakes is greater than one in 2024 connected to deli meats made by Boar's Head that resulted in 10 deaths and 57 illnesses in what was labeled the worst listeria outbreak since one in 2011 linked to cantaloupe.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2025
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Noun
These third parties, like NSF International and the USP, ensure that products are properly manufactured and contain the ingredients listed on the label.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2025
The major labels sued two of the most popular AI music generation services — Suno and Udio — last year, claiming the companies infringed thousands of works to train their models without a license.
—Ethan Millman, Rolling Stone, 25 Feb. 2025
Verb
Use a germinating medium specifically labeled for blocking, Mr. DiGravio said, such as Vermont Compost’s Fort Vee, or Johnny’s 512 mix.
—Margaret Roach Stacey Cramp, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
The death toll linked to the Prairie Farms Dairy shakes is greater than one in 2024 connected to deli meats made by Boar's Head that resulted in 10 deaths and 57 illnesses in what was labeled the worst listeria outbreak since one in 2011 linked to cantaloupe.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2025
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Unfortunately for him, a franchise tag would keep the internet guessing.—
Jacob Robinson,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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The Giants opted to sign Jones to a long-term deal worth $160 million over four years and instead gave Barkley the non-exclusive franchise tag.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The Army Corps posted the list - without sending a public notice - last week, marking the projects as eligible for emergency permitting treatment.—
Valerie Volcovici,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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No player in the NBA logged more minutes than Hart entering the All-Star break, and while Thursday’s game marks the first of a back-to-back set leading into Friday’s matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Hart’s injury status raises concern beyond workload management.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Their Wenzel Whiskey Sherry was named both the World's Best Finished Bourbon and the Best Kentucky Finished Bourbon.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay was named Outstanding Society and Culture Podcast, further cementing his influence beyond sports commentary.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
23 Feb. 2025
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Trust and loyalty amongst staff were other recurring markers of success, too.—
Kayleigh Ruller,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Feb. 2025
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Vaccaro explains how gaining Jordan’s trust wasn’t easy, especially when the topic of Vaccaro declining to pick Jordan for the Roundball Classic—by that point a marker of true prospect status—surfaced in his first meeting with Jordan.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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Servers glide around with champagne on silver trays, hors d’oeuvres are stamped with the omnipresent B and dancers in golden bodysuits undulate with glowing orange orbs in homage to bitcoin’s signature hue.—
Nina Bambysheva,
Forbes,
30 Jan. 2025
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Kevon Looney matched his regular season career-high with 18 points and Gary Payton II (15 points, nine rebounds) stamped the game with a vicious slam dunk with under a minute left.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
30 Jan. 2025
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Breakouts might call for the Salicylic + Green Tea Exfoliating Cleanser and Aloe + Algae Lightweight Gel Cream, whereas dry skin might crave a boost of moisture from the Hyaluronic + Arnica Hydrating Serum.—
Lisa DeSantis,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2023
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Anyone who would like to get connected to treatment, or knows someone who does, can call 1-800-563-4086 or visit connectgnh.org at any day or time.—
Hartford Courant,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2023
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How to get Paul Simon tour tickets Tickets go on sale Friday on Simon's official website paulsimon.com.—
Jay Stahl,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Large resorts often command more than $200 for a same-day lift ticket, offering access to extensive terrain and high-speed chairlifts to maximize your run time.—
Elaine Glusac,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Pauline Kael dubbed his performance the best in the film.—
Carmel Dagan,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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What To Know There have been tensions over NATO accusing Russia of sabotaging vessels in the Baltic Sea and claims of hybrid warfare around what is dubbed the NATO Lake as the alliance's members move to combat Moscow's belligerence in the region.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Label.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/label. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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