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as in describes
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 distinguishes
to be an important feature of
an unsightly rash characterizes chicken pox
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Recent Examples of characterizes
The guide characterizes Cariño as a Mexican and contemporary restaurant, where Chef Norman Fenton’s team offers a tasting menu of tacos with a modernist approach.
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Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
The Tennessee law, adopted in 2023, prohibits young people from using hormones and puberty blockers for gender transition care that most leading medical organizations say are safe and effective, but that the state characterizes as unproven and risky.
—arkansasonline.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Both parties are keeping close eyes on the tight race, which CBS News characterizes as leaning toward Republicans and could add to their incoming majority in the upper chamber.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2024
These shows have a sweet but limited view of a healthy, modern, gay relationship, devoid of the horniness, anxiety, and free thinking that characterizes many current relationships.
—Barry Levitt, TIME, 15 Oct. 2024
Energy conservation characterizes sleep in sharks Emilie Lucchesi has written for some of the country's largest newspapers, including The New York Times, Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times.
—Discover Magazine, 1 Oct. 2024
Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
The Tennessee law, adopted in 2023, prohibits young people from using hormones and puberty blockers for gender transition care that most leading medical organizations say are safe and effective, but that the state characterizes as unproven and risky.
—arkansasonline.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Both parties are keeping close eyes on the tight race, which CBS News characterizes as leaning toward Republicans and could add to their incoming majority in the upper chamber.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2024
These shows have a sweet but limited view of a healthy, modern, gay relationship, devoid of the horniness, anxiety, and free thinking that characterizes many current relationships.
—Barry Levitt, TIME, 15 Oct. 2024
Energy conservation characterizes sleep in sharks Emilie Lucchesi has written for some of the country's largest newspapers, including The New York Times, Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times.
—Discover Magazine, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for characterizes
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Salman Rushdie describes the violent attack that nearly killed him.Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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Richardson describes her experience in running the women’s sprint relays in Paris as electrifying.Essence, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
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This steadfast focus not only strengthens the brand’s connection with its audience but also distinguishes it in a crowded entertainment landscape.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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But what distinguishes it is its ability to create an experience that combines the luxury of a hotel with the personalized warmth of a home.Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The actress, who portrays Bob Dylan’s girlfriend in James Mangold’s new biopic, walked the red carpet in a sleek Gucci gown with crystal embellishments.Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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In this film, Rebel Ridge actor Aaron Pierre portrays a young Mufasa, who strikes up a friendship and brotherly bond with the lion Taka (Kelvin Harrison Jr), who later becomes Scar.Tommy McArdle, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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This is quite a departure from the more darker vibe that defines the last generation of Vegas hotel designs.Rob Reed, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, Apollo incorporates an Advanced Force Control Architecture and defines safety zones for enhanced operational safety.Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Characterizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/characterizes. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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