1
as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
pegged her as a backstabber right from the beginning
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2
as in to throw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
pegged the ball to the second baseman
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Recent Examples of peg
Alex Vance, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024
The same compilation is down a single peg to No. 53 on the Official Albums Streaming ranking, which focuses only on those collections that rack up the most plays on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music in the country.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 1 Nov. 2024
Analyst consensus estimates had pegged quarterly revenue at $1.02 billion with a net loss of 32 cents per share.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Many kids can stack at least four blocks and put round or square pegs into holes.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024
The same compilation is down a single peg to No. 53 on the Official Albums Streaming ranking, which focuses only on those collections that rack up the most plays on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music in the country.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Verb
The top showcase for the NFL draft pegged the 6-foot-3, 240-pounder as one of its defensive stock-up players that week.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 1 Nov. 2024
Analyst consensus estimates had pegged quarterly revenue at $1.02 billion with a net loss of 32 cents per share.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peg
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Total ice accumulations around one-tenth of an inch and snow accumulations up to 6 inches are expected above 3,500 feet.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Thomas said as much as 7 inches of snow could fall during the event, but the forecast is still uncertain.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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Several studies have even been conducted around their old blocks and their wines are classified as some of the most peppery in the world.Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
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According to the British Broadcasting Corporation, the names of defendants and almost all case records are classified.Leon Aron, The Atlantic, 5 Dec. 2024
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This cordless electric shovel has a two-in-one design that transforms it into a snow blower that can throw 20 feet.Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2024
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That throws a wrench into Steinberg’s contention that Whitfield could have been saved if he’d been taken out of the prone position immediately after handcuffing.Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Dec. 2024
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This, paired with a growing population largely defined by younger professionals, has helped redefine how Austin is seen on the national stage.Beck Andrew Salgado, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
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The next stage allows the federal agency to drill down deeper by moving the testing to bulk tanks.Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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This week marks the first time that any version of the cut has reached the main songs ranking, despite the fact that the composition is actually decades old.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Some fans might wish Eric Bieniemy headed elsewhere after a debut season in which the offensive coordinator’s running game produced just four touchdowns and an average of 86.6 yards per game, the latter statistic ranking No. 130 out of 133 major college teams.Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
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Prep Potatoes In a large bowl, toss potatoes and onion with reserved bacon drippings, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2024
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The motorcycle’s 705 pounds with a full tank of gas were easy to toss around, even during Flintstone moves when parking.Josh Max, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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At the end players were given a glimpse of what appears to be the new version of the battle royale island that will be playable when the game’s next chapter kicks off on December 1st.Andrew Webster, The Verge, 30 Nov. 2024
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This is the latest chapter in a more than decade-long trade war with Chinese companies over their solar dominance.Nichola Groom, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
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Ski trips shouldn’t be relegated to the rich and even richer.Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 2 Dec. 2024
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From the treatment of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's to the management of chronic pain and depression, music is no longer relegated to the fringes of modern medicine.Daniel Levitin, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Peg.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peg. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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