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as in described
to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group
how would you characterize the mission of this environmental organization?
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as in distinguished
to be an important feature of
an unsightly rash characterizes chicken pox
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Recent Examples of characterized
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.
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Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
The Pleistocene was characterized by dramatic changes in climate, including a series of ice ages.
—Andre A. Naranjo, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2025
Authorities have characterized the attack as an act of terrorism, pointing to social media videos where Jabbar aligned himself with ISIS, and believe he was likely radicalized online.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2025
His work often explores bold, innovative concepts characterized by vivid colors and engaging visuals.
—New York Times Games, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
Resilience is something that has always characterized the singer’s life.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
His approach is characterized by a unique combination of strategic vision and relationship-building expertise.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
It is characterized by intrusive symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts related to the trauma, along with emotional distress when exposed to reminders of the event.
—James Bickerton, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
This entitlement, characterized by unrealistic expectations for instant success and recognition, has led to a shift in work attitudes and behaviors, presenting challenges for business leaders.
—Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
The Pleistocene was characterized by dramatic changes in climate, including a series of ice ages.
—Andre A. Naranjo, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2025
Authorities have characterized the attack as an act of terrorism, pointing to social media videos where Jabbar aligned himself with ISIS, and believe he was likely radicalized online.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2025
His work often explores bold, innovative concepts characterized by vivid colors and engaging visuals.
—New York Times Games, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
Resilience is something that has always characterized the singer’s life.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
His approach is characterized by a unique combination of strategic vision and relationship-building expertise.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
It is characterized by intrusive symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts related to the trauma, along with emotional distress when exposed to reminders of the event.
—James Bickerton, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
This entitlement, characterized by unrealistic expectations for instant success and recognition, has led to a shift in work attitudes and behaviors, presenting challenges for business leaders.
—Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for characterized
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Experts Weigh In Jonathan Hinton Westover, chair and professor of organizational leadership and change at Utah Valley University, described the theme as emblematic of a toxic workplace culture.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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While the orchid was first collected in 2009, it was officially described just this year by Farminhão and his colleagues.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024
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The shoot was also distinguished by a series of high-profile visitors.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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My hope is 2025 will echo that distinguished past, welcoming new voices to our civil society that push leadership in a similar direction — with substantial carbon emissions reductions.—
Mike Gunter,
Orlando Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Costner portrayed the team’s coach Jim White, supplying them with confidence, determination and hope.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The politician portrayed Waldo Johnston II, the father of spoiled rich kid Waldo Johnston III (Blake McIver Ewing).—
Fox News,
Fox News,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In 2025, and beyond, the increasingly complex new world order, or rather disorder, will be marked by growing fragmentation between, and within, many countries.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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In Plains on Monday, two National Park Service rangers hung wreaths marked with black ribbon on the doors of the building where Carter went to high school.—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
31 Dec. 2024
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Due to its proximity to our planet, 2025 AB is classified as a near-Earth object or NEO, defined as objects within 30 million miles of Earth.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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These women, whose music and identities blur genre and geographic boundaries gave us reason to engage more deeply with a part of the world whose identity has been defined by others for far too long.—
Tariro Mzezewa,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Characterized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/characterized. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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