as in chart
an illustration of certain features of a geographical area
a wall map of the United States
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Recent Examples of map
Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2025
For the official order and corresponding map, visit: www.fs.usda.gov/r05/inyo/alerts/inn-fire-closure-order
There are multiple hazards associated with the burn within this area including rockfall, loose soils, and burning stumps.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 30 May 2025
Aggravated assaults or robberies in which someone was non-fatally shot are mapped only as shootings.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 27 May 2025
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Noun
The two Democrats on the Commissioners Court, who oppose redistricting, maintain that Tarrant County went through a redistricting process in 2021 but voted 4-1 to keep the current map.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2025
For the official order and corresponding map, visit: www.fs.usda.gov/r05/inyo/alerts/inn-fire-closure-order
There are multiple hazards associated with the burn within this area including rockfall, loose soils, and burning stumps.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
Verb
Federal research dollars have fundamentally changed the world, from helping to map the human genome to developing the COVID vaccines to building the internet itself.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 30 May 2025
Aggravated assaults or robberies in which someone was non-fatally shot are mapped only as shootings.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for map
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For fish, cook to 145°F or until the flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork, according to safe cooking temperature charts from the CDC and USDA.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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The two songs had been locked in second place on the list of the longest-running No. 1s in the history of the Hot Rap Songs chart.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Verb
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Expansion is next, with Answers in Genesis attractions planned for Pigeon Forge, Tenn., and Branson, Mo. — tourist hubs offering more opportunities to promote creationism to the masses.—
Peter Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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Those who stayed were treated to an unexpected, magical celebration, especially the bride and groom, who had allowed the stress of wedding planning to be washed away.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
25 May 2025
Verb
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Neutra designed this 750 square-foot artist’s residence in Silicon Valley in 1935 as a creative retreat for poet Jacqueline Johnson.—
Kristine Hansen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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When garments and textiles are designed on two separate timelines, Konings said there’s no connection point between the textile engineer and the fashion designer.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 May 2025
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Policy has shaped the present reality and must be part of building a more equitable farming future.—
Will O’Meara,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
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As part of its long-term vision for responsible development, the county welcomes residents, business owners and civic stakeholders to attend and help shape growth management strategies.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
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“Map.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/map. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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