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as in to enrol
to add (a person) to a list or roll as a participant or member
please register me for the yoga class
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2
as in to log
to make a written note of
the management registered her complaint in their log and promised to get back to her in a week
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as in to enter
to put (someone or something) on a list
I have to register my new car when I renew my driver's license
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as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I'm not registering what you're saying
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as in registrar
an official whose job is to keep records
ask the county register for a copy of your birth certificate
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as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
check the voter register to see if it has my current party affiliation
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Recent Examples of register
Holly Corbett, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The holiday, which has been celebrated on April 9 since 2021, was originally registered by Laura Geller and designed to put the spotlight on women of all ages who are role models and influencers.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 9 Apr. 2025
Adam Bell, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
The co-authors of this latest paper wanted to test their hypothesis that the membranes serve as an additional oscillator to enable such non-human primates to achieve the equivalent of human voice registers.
—ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2025
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Most people who register to vote don’t do so in person.
—Holly Corbett, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The holiday, which has been celebrated on April 9 since 2021, was originally registered by Laura Geller and designed to put the spotlight on women of all ages who are role models and influencers.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
The facade is placed on the local historic register.
—Adam Bell, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
The co-authors of this latest paper wanted to test their hypothesis that the membranes serve as an additional oscillator to enable such non-human primates to achieve the equivalent of human voice registers.
—ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for register
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That set topped out at just 135 weeks on the Billboard 200 — not even half the time logged by its more successful counterpart.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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But the biggest spring mover might have been a senior who played in all 16 games last season and logged nearly 400 snaps.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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With the arrival of Bizzarri and Maggio, the brand entered the American market, with a first U.S. boutique in the Bal Harbour Shops in Miami opening in December.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Miami entered Wednesday with a 5-9 record this season when all three players have been available since Wiggins was acquired from the Golden State Warriors in the Feb. 6 Jimmy Butler trade.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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Some means to understand things that are uncontrollable.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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IndieWire understands the festival was waiting to confirm Denzel Washington’s attendance, and indeed the star will be at Cannes.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Other parent insights Clifford Davis Elementary’s poor academic performance has prompted some parents to enroll their children elsewhere, or consider doing so.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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Eighty students are expected to enroll in the school and the courses last one year.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Indian hair oiling has become big business Hair oiling is an Indian tradition recorded in ancient Sanskrit medicinal texts like Charaka Samhita, and passed on through the centuries.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2025
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That is the lowest level recorded since NBC News began asking the question in 1990.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Yes Please list the highlights of your civic involvement/activism in the city of Fort Worth: Served on Fort Worth City Council since 2023 Have you ever been arrested, charged with a crime or otherwise been part of a criminal proceeding?—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Ahead of the match, Washington listed eleven players as unavailable, including star forward Trinity Rodman, who stepped away from team activities to address her continuing back issues.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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The daughter of Steve Harvey is known for often mixing streetwear and couture pieces with her looks.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Jefferson’s is known for taking its bourbon on a journey—literally, with the Ocean Aged at Sea series that sends barrels around the world on container ships to age in different climates, or the Tropics release that ships casks to other countries where they are exposed to high heat and humidity.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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With the capability to transcribe in 112 languages and generate comprehensive summaries, PLAUD's products are indispensable for anyone seeking efficiency in their professional life.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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One standout example was AI-powered ambient listening, which transcribes doctor-patient interactions and cuts administrative workload.—
Derek Streat,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Register.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/register. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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