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as in ranked
to arrange or assign according to type
pegged her as a backstabber right from the beginning
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as in threw
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 pegged
Moody's Analytics earlier this week pegged the probability of a recession at 35%.
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Max Zahn, ABC News, 14 Mar. 2025
There are also immediate costs to countries whose currencies are pegged to the dollar, such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain.
—Natasha Turak, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
Most analysts pegged Arizona to challenge the NFC West for the division title.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
That’s the state’s major cash checking account, currently pegged at $232 billion.
—George Skelton, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
The administration later pegged the revenue error at $165 billion over four years.
—Dan Walters, Orange County Register, 13 Mar. 2025
Amid the fallout, hundreds of people were laid off, Sonos’ market value dropped by $600 million, and the company pegged initial remediation costs at $20 million to $30 million.
—Ars Technica, 12 Mar. 2025
Spotrac has pegged his current market value for a long-term deal at five years and $108 million.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 26 Jan. 2025
However, they were pegged back in the 42nd minute, courtesy of a goal from Josko Gvardiol.
—Sam Lee, The Athletic, 25 Jan. 2025
Max Zahn, ABC News, 14 Mar. 2025
There are also immediate costs to countries whose currencies are pegged to the dollar, such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain.
—Natasha Turak, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
Most analysts pegged Arizona to challenge the NFC West for the division title.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
That’s the state’s major cash checking account, currently pegged at $232 billion.
—George Skelton, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
The administration later pegged the revenue error at $165 billion over four years.
—Dan Walters, Orange County Register, 13 Mar. 2025
Amid the fallout, hundreds of people were laid off, Sonos’ market value dropped by $600 million, and the company pegged initial remediation costs at $20 million to $30 million.
—Ars Technica, 12 Mar. 2025
Spotrac has pegged his current market value for a long-term deal at five years and $108 million.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 26 Jan. 2025
However, they were pegged back in the 42nd minute, courtesy of a goal from Josko Gvardiol.
—Sam Lee, The Athletic, 25 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pegged
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And our findings have broader implications for how species are classified and protected under conservation laws.—
Andre A. Naranjo,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
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Arrest warrant questioned Many law experts question the validity of the warrant, which specified that certain key provisions of South Korea's Criminal Procedure Act should be excluded, which meant the police could search the military and government-classified presidential residence.—
Joohee Cho,
ABC News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Steam's recommendation algorithm noticed, and tossed 2021's Fights in Tight Spaces at me.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
27 Dec. 2024
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Geno Smith threw for an impressive 314 yards and 3 touchdowns but also tossed 2 interceptions.—
Kilty Cleary,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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Santos Vs Corinthians Just over a year ago Santos were relegated for the first time in their 111 year history.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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That was Gwynn’s last season, ending with his left knee in such bad shape he was relegated to pinch hitting.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
27 Dec. 2024
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After the racing cars sideswiped, Cobb lost control of his Audi, which hurled across the grassy median and into the westbound lanes.—
Ames Alexander,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2025
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Zero Day took the exit ramp off Act Two and hurled into Act Three at full speed.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
20 Feb. 2025
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Beyond these achievements, Alex distinguished himself through his partnership with the administration.—
Olivia Antigua,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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That’s an issue because while both hemp and marijuana are cannabis plants, distinguished only by their cannabinoid content, they are regulated differently.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
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On the ensuing faceoff, Tyler Tucker flung a point shot that deflected off DeBrusk and found twine.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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When the fourth episode flung the refiners into a deadly winter retreat, many viewers expected Mark’s innie and outie to be pretty much merged into one person.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2025
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That agreement placed strict limits on Iran’s nuclear program.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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His archrival Lachlan Kennedy, who had looked best placed to challenge him, was disqualified for a false start.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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That plan continues with Steak Shop by Rancher’s Reserve, a 1,500-square-foot shop equipped with a red-brick oven, where pork sausage hot dogs on sourdough buns, potato salad and steak sandwiches will be fired with Florida white oak.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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In addition to being put behind bars, Cummins was also fired from his teaching job, and his wife filed for divorce.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Pegged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pegged. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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