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as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
codify these ancient cultures according to their political structures
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as in to organize
to put into a particular arrangement
the rules for the game were codified over a hundred years ago
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Recent Examples of codify
In spite of these lessons, the National Institute of Standards and Technology is making moves to codify impact assessment procedures into its formal guidance documents.
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James Broughel, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Coastal building setbacks are sensible policy measures that, in some states, codify protective buffers from rising seas.
—Emma Haydocy, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
Handling those changes administratively dropped the cost of legislation that was reintroduced this summer to zero, since it was seen largely as a way to codify the Biden rule.
—Victoria Knight, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
On the subject of hugging, especially the man-on-man hug: Would someone please codify the rules for us guys?
—Louis J. Esterhazy, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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James Broughel, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Coastal building setbacks are sensible policy measures that, in some states, codify protective buffers from rising seas.
—Emma Haydocy, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
Handling those changes administratively dropped the cost of legislation that was reintroduced this summer to zero, since it was seen largely as a way to codify the Biden rule.
—Victoria Knight, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
On the subject of hugging, especially the man-on-man hug: Would someone please codify the rules for us guys?
—Louis J. Esterhazy, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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The rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), which led the offensive on Damascus that forced Assad to flee, is classified as a foreign terrorist organization by the United States and other nations.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Some portions of the state are classified as being in an extreme drought.Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Hinge, a dating app owned by Match Group Inc., funded an initiative that organized free or affordable in-person group experiences in a number of U.S. cities.Erin Lowry, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Dec. 2024
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Attend Solo Cruise Traveler Meetups Most cruise lines organize meetups for solo travelers, typically held on the first sea day of the cruise.David Nikel, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Rossi ranked second in goals, tied for third in shots, tied for fourth in game-winning goals and fifth in points among all NHL rookies last season.Michael Russo, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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The state ranked 42nd for safety and quality, on a 2018 scorecard from AARP, the last time the survey was taken.Jess Huff, Austin American-Statesman, 27 Dec. 2024
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And in preparing the music for this album, just the difference of eight years of being in music and producing things and arranging things and feeling more confident and equipped to offer myself in a way that would honor his music, there was a very distinct noting of contrast between then and now.Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 29 Dec. 2024
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Wisdom Digital Logistics, which operates warehouses and arranges trucking for businesses on both sides of the border, recently opened a fourth warehouse in the area and is already looking for a fifth.Peter S. Goodman, New York Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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As noted above, the thing about walking pneumonia that distinguishes it from traditional pneumonia is the relative mildness of the symptoms.Erica Sloan, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
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Abbey Road is also back on the Top Album Sales chart, which doesn’t distinguish between purchase platform or format, but rather paints a complete picture of the bestselling musical releases in the U.S.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Justice Julian Goose ordered a clerk to enter the pleas in Liverpool Crown Court as Rudakubana stayed mum during a video appearance from the London prison where he is being held.Brian Melley, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Indiana does allow its death row inmates to order take-out meals from area restaurants, up to $50 worth of food.Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Santos Vs Corinthians Just over a year ago Santos were relegated for the first time in their 111 year history.Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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The duo's collaborations aren't just relegated to the recording booth and the stage, either.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Codify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/codify. Accessed 1 Jan. 2025.
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