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as in monikers
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
introduced himself and then asked what my name was
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as in insults
an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings
quit calling her names
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as in faces
outward and often deceptive indication
a celebrity who is the head of the charitable organization in name only
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as in reputations
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
has a good name among fellow marine biologists
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as in celebrities
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
managed to get several names to appear at the restaurant's opening
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as in labels
to give a name to
decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
I don't want to name anyone in particular, but someone in this room fiddled with my car's radio
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as in nominates
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
was named the provost of the university
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as in picks
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
you don't like my offer? Just name your price
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as in sets
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
you name the date and I'll make sure I'm there
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as in figures
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
they finally named a date for the wedding
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Examples Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for names
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The show’s roundtable presented two of the most interesting names in college football, a tribute to the Key & Peele sketch ‘East/West College Bowl‘, asking Key to weigh in on the monikers Moh Bility (Rice University cornerback) and General Booty (UL Monroe quarterback).—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
22 Dec. 2024 -
Made in the brand’s French ateliers, these designs with monikers like Tuileries and Belleville take between 28 and 40 hours apiece.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
18 Oct. 2024
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These developments have empowered women like Megan Thee Stallion to challenge entrenched norms and advocate for their reputations in real time.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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And if creating new or expanding old campuses remains too expensive, perhaps the state should focus on building the programs and reputations of the Cal State universities.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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An ancient practice with an enduring buzz—thanks, in part, to celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow—dry brushing provides light exfoliation.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
23 Dec. 2024
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See all the best dressed celebrities of 2024 in the gallery below.—
Alex Badia,
WWD,
23 Dec. 2024
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But another thing that Douglas mentions is the actual tools that professionals used for engineering well before our modern electrical systems were the norm.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Douglas also mentions Vannevar Bush, who’s popular at MIT, too, and taught electrical engineering in 1919.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Before the weekend's games, make sure to check out our expert picks for every Week 17 game.—
Jim Reineking,
USA TODAY,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Thunder also still have to figure out if/how recent lottery picks such as Wallace, Ousmane Dieng and Nikola Topic fit into their long-term plans.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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His size is a tool that sets him apart from his teammates.—
Joshua Kloke,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Having one serve would introduce trade-offs about speed and direction, which would only ramp up deeper into games and then sets.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
30 Dec. 2024
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The truck is scheduled to make seven appearances throughout California between January and February, with stops in Fremont, San Bruno, San Diego, Torrance, Downey, Carlsbad and Chula Vista, the website said.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
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After all, her appearances on the red carpet are always a hit.—
Michel Mejía,
Glamour,
5 Jan. 2025
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Eisenhower’s skills include getting difficult personalities to work together, constant attention to logistics and organizational genius.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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The brand is led by a passionate team of pet lovers who recognize that dogs and cats are individuals with their own personalities, preferences and needs.—
FunnyFuzzy Contributor,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Names.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/names. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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