as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
walks with a marked limp a marked improvement in his grades
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as in labeled
to attach an identifying slip to
marked each application with a numbered sticker
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as in characterized
to be an important feature of
an annual event marked mostly by noise and confusion
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as in recorded
to make a written note of
mark down the names of those who are planning to attend the dinner
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Recent Examples of marked
Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Opera gloves made a marked return, following a pique in interest in the old-world accessory over the last few years.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
Tom Howarth, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Not surprisingly, McLellan couldn’t come in and fix everything right away; that will be a process, and his debut on Friday showcased a lot of the same mistakes that have marked the season so far.
—Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
He was given more time in the hope of conjuring a marked improvement, but internally it was felt to be a short-term reprieve.
—Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Opera gloves made a marked return, following a pique in interest in the old-world accessory over the last few years.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
This rare astronomical event, marked by a dramatic increase in brightness, promises to enthrall stargazers and scientists alike.
—Tom Howarth, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Not surprisingly, McLellan couldn’t come in and fix everything right away; that will be a process, and his debut on Friday showcased a lot of the same mistakes that have marked the season so far.
—Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marked
Adjective
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The difference in how Andrew carries himself now is noticeable, Caroline said.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Jan. 2025
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For a movie that looks so remarkably good – from the oppressive, classical set design to the astounding lighting work – Ash's (Rook this time around) uncanny comeback was a noticeable exception.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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The Pleistocene was characterized by dramatic changes in climate, including a series of ice ages.—
Andre A. Naranjo,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
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His work is characterized by thorough research and a deep passion for gambling, including a keen interest in sports betting, online casinos, and poker strategies.—
Matthew Gover,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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Here the chants sound like they were recorded right in the emerald green backyard displayed on the album cover with Bad Bunny’s friends shouting back at him.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
6 Jan. 2025
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The Jayhawks, in fact, on Sunday recorded the largest margin of victory by a road team in Big 12 Conference history.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Bass, who was seated in a prominent position next to First Lady Melania Trump during the fire station briefing, thanked Trump for arriving in the city so soon after his inauguration and countered his claim that the city would slow-walk rebuilding efforts.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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The Dolphins filled one of two prominent openings on their coaching staff on Friday, hiring Robert Prince as receivers coach. Prince, whose hiring was initially reported by NFL Network and confirmed by a league source, replaces Wes Welker, who was not retained.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Post dropped 20 points in a commanding win over the Bulls, outplaying the stretch-five prototype Nikola Vucevic on the other side.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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This cruiser sports a fierce design, more power, and a commanding presence.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Anything Barcelona can do… Not content seeing their domestic rivals take the limelight, Atletico Madrid launched a late comeback of their own at the Metropolitano, snapping Bayer Leverkusen’s 11-game winning streak with a dramatic 2-1 win.—
Thom Harris,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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The current era is a dramatic shift—almost like a changing of the guard.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Although its nose had been broken off, the statue of a man’s head still showed remarkable detail.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Jan. 2025
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With an uncommon focus on white wine, Conde de los Andes’ extensive library of older vintages offers a rare glimpse into the remarkable potential of white Rioja.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
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His latest book tells the story of a Lutheran priest in the early-20th-century American West who has transcribed the life of a vampire.—
Michael Schaub,
Orange County Register,
2 Jan. 2025
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Some journalists basically transcribed this without questioning the obvious discrepancy between her statement and the CDC website, which said vaccines merely reduce the risk of transmission.—
Cory Franklin,
Twin Cities,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Marked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marked. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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