as in dedicates
to keep or intend for a special purpose
the earnings from my second job have been earmarked for a down payment on a car
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Encourage Resilience And Adaptability In a rapidly changing work environment, resilience and adaptability are crucial traits.—
Nilesh Parmar,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024 -
Additionally, leaders should look for traits such as initiative, adaptability and a willingness to learn, which are indicators of future success.—
Nilesh Parmar,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Rising prices might encourage some homeowners to list their properties, but many might remain cautious due to the costs of purchasing replacement properties.—
Brendel Hightower,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
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The report attributes the climb to a whopping 52 percent drop in the number of listings in prime Dubai neighborhoods over the past year, in addition to a 65 percent dip in properties priced at $10 million and above.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
23 Dec. 2024
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Whole grains like wheat and oats as well as pseudograins like quinoa.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
23 Dec. 2024
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Sources of magnesium include whole grains, leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and legumes.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN,
Health,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Earmarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earmarks. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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