as in identification
something presented to show that someone is the person they claim to be
Motorists were stopped at a checkpoint and required to present identity cards before traveling any further.
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Recent Examples of identity card
The union head said that while many trucking company owners have distributed appointment letters and identity cards in the time since, member companies of the owners’ association have not.
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Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
The Chattogram District Prime Mover Trailer, Concrete Mixer, Flatbed, Dump Truck Workers Union enforced what was initially a 48-hour strike at 6 a.m. Monday, demanding that the owners of the tucking firms issue drivers appointment letters and identity cards.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Specifically, 17 years ago Sister surrendered her identity card to her younger sibling, whose birth was not registered and hidden from authorities for fear of economic penalties and job loss.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024
The union started the work stoppage after demanding that the Prime Mover Owners Association issued the drivers appointment letters and identity cards.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
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Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
The Chattogram District Prime Mover Trailer, Concrete Mixer, Flatbed, Dump Truck Workers Union enforced what was initially a 48-hour strike at 6 a.m. Monday, demanding that the owners of the tucking firms issue drivers appointment letters and identity cards.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Specifically, 17 years ago Sister surrendered her identity card to her younger sibling, whose birth was not registered and hidden from authorities for fear of economic penalties and job loss.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024
The union started the work stoppage after demanding that the Prime Mover Owners Association issued the drivers appointment letters and identity cards.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for identity card
Noun
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Photo : Broad Arrow Auctions A close-up of the car’s official identification badge from Ferrari.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
20 Jan. 2025
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The breached data encompassed a vast range of sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers, payment details, and personal identification records.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Adams has previously alleged without evidence that the charges against him were politically motivated.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
22 Jan. 2025
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Releasing this video to the media, rather than presenting it as evidence in court, is another example of an unethical attempt to manipulate the public.—
Erin Keller,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Its automatic document feeder (ADF) offers single-pass duplexing (two-sided scanning), a necessity for anyone who needs to scan, copy, or fax duplex pages.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
18 Jan. 2025
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The card tells authorities they were presented with it because its holder wishes to remain silent and wishes not to sign documents, among other things.—
Peter Breen,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Still, Pasha’s interactions with current and former students demonstrate his unique place within the academic ecosystem, and the conviction that guides his defiant documentation.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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Under current policy, employers in states that do not have mandatory E-Verify laws must complete an I-9 form for every employee, which requires the employer to examine an employee’s work authorization documentation, such as a passport, driver’s license, permanent resident card or other forms.—
Rachel Spacek,
Idaho Statesman,
24 Jan. 2025
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The witnesses told the company the parachutist did not appear to take corrective actions, and a reserve parachute was not deployed.—
Greg Wehner,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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According to witnesses, the man was shielding his wife and son from the 16-pound metal ball, which is connected to a steel wire chain.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Identity card.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identity%20card. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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