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as in specified
to give the rules about (something) clearly and exactly
in chess, you can move the various pieces only in certain prescribed ways
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Recent Examples of prescribed
Ashley Wong, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
The specific side effects depend on the medication prescribed.
—Ashley Wong, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Methotrexate is often prescribed for more severe cases of psoriasis, especially if other treatment options have not been effective.
—Laura Schober, Health, 4 Jan. 2025
The treatments prescribed to regulate spotting and irregular bleeding depend on the cause of the problem.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 4 Jan. 2025
In December 2022, she was prescribed Ozempic.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Vicodin and Percocet should be prescribed only by healthcare professionals.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Always use as prescribed and immediately call a healthcare provider in case of an overdose.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Start with the lowest effective dose and try taking it as prescribed for the shortest possible duration.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
The dosage will depend on the medication prescribed.
—Ashley Wong, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
The specific side effects depend on the medication prescribed.
—Ashley Wong, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Methotrexate is often prescribed for more severe cases of psoriasis, especially if other treatment options have not been effective.
—Laura Schober, Health, 4 Jan. 2025
The treatments prescribed to regulate spotting and irregular bleeding depend on the cause of the problem.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 4 Jan. 2025
In December 2022, she was prescribed Ozempic.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Vicodin and Percocet should be prescribed only by healthcare professionals.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Always use as prescribed and immediately call a healthcare provider in case of an overdose.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Start with the lowest effective dose and try taking it as prescribed for the shortest possible duration.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prescribed
Verb
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The types of chemicals were not specified in the arrest affidavit.—
Noe Padilla,
USA TODAY,
31 Dec. 2024
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No cause of death was specified.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Today, authenticity is defined by celebrating and owning one’s heritage, with cultural pride becoming a hallmark of true success.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Perry and Ryan Getzlaf defined Ducks hockey for more than a decade.—
Eric Stephens,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, understanding the nuances of financing, such as the differences between fixed and variable interest rates, can help investors make informed decisions that align with their financial strategies.—
Veena Jetti,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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The challenge was to focus on a single fixed point.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Buffett isn’t here to make a killing, but to recreate in the aggregate a reasonably-lucrative version of Berkshire Hathaway in predictable, low-risk Japan.—
William Pesek,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, smaller nations and startups gain predictable rules, spurring innovation across the Atlantic.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This newfound emphasis should not be seen as moderation, but as a calculated reading of political winds which point towards the far-right becoming a serious governing force, rather than purely oppositional.—
TIME,
TIME,
23 Feb. 2025
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Leaders should foster a culture of innovation by creating an environment where teams are safe to take calculated risks and problem-solving is encouraged.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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For Spiteful and other Chicago craft brewers, the results may be inevitable: libation inflation.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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All of these were invited again this year, as well as several others that seem to be on the cusp of big recognition, leading to some inevitable speculation.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Last year, Disney overhauled DAS to clarify its intended audience and change the way guests register for it.—
Eve Chen,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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Over the years, Bell has observed a multitude of uses for the basketball courts, beyond their intended purpose.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN,
12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Taxpayer services workers, taxpayer advocates, and certain information technology workers are required to work through May 15 in order to be there through the tax filing season, Reuters reported.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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In certain states, the timing of benefit distribution is linked to the recipient's case number.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Prescribed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prescribed. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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