1
as in to distinguish
to find out or establish the identity of
sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator
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2
as in to associate
to think of (something) in combination
for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers
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Recent Examples of identify
The man was identified Thursday as 46-year-old Jason Perillo, reported ABC affiliate WTNH.
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David Matthews, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2025
To get a good score for Usability, the product must avoid wrongly identifying valid programs or websites as malicious.
—PCMAG, 24 Jan. 2025
The lawsuit, filed in New York's Supreme Court of Westchester County, accuses the couple of failing to take appropriate action after learning of abuse involving a young girl, identified as Jane Doe, during a 2018 summer camp program supported by their church.
—John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Live updates: Winds prolong fire risk as investigators probe electric tower as possible origin of Eaton fire
Two of the victims have been officially identified by the county agency.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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David Matthews, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2025
To get a good score for Usability, the product must avoid wrongly identifying valid programs or websites as malicious.
—PCMAG, 24 Jan. 2025
The lawsuit, filed in New York's Supreme Court of Westchester County, accuses the couple of failing to take appropriate action after learning of abuse involving a young girl, identified as Jane Doe, during a 2018 summer camp program supported by their church.
—John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Live updates: Winds prolong fire risk as investigators probe electric tower as possible origin of Eaton fire
Two of the victims have been officially identified by the county agency.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for identify
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Most immigrants without legal status in the state, about 2.4 million people, have resided here for more than a decade, a factor that distinguishes California from other parts of the country.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Provide practical strategies for reducing discretionary spending, distinguishing needs from wants and finding low-cost alternatives to expensive habits.—
Tor Constantino, MBA,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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While this rule of thumb is a bedrock of financial well-being, the ever-changing landscape surrounding retirement and the financial implications associated with preparing for this exciting stage of life can often be intimidating and potentially hazardous to navigate alone.—
Alex Hunter,
Kansas City Star,
22 Jan. 2025
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The study is the first to map out all the potential benefits and risks associated with this class of medications.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA TODAY,
22 Jan. 2025
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Integrated with real-time tracking for comprehensive visibility, digital twins help pinpoint vulnerabilities, enhance processes and strengthen supply chains.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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As Steele tried to pinpoint her scoring average, the figure seemed inconceivable to her.—
Dave Melton,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Jan. 2025
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The survey also found that support for Christian nationalism positively correlated with more extreme views on immigration.—
Natalie Demaree,
Miami Herald,
24 Jan. 2025
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However, the researchers note that these findings do not necessarily mean that vaccination of poultry directly resulted in a faster rate of viral evolution, only that they were correlated.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Target is also where customers can find Tisdale's other Being Frenshe bodycare products.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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Dropbox helps filmmakers and creative teams find, organize, and secure all the files that are important to any project.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
25 Jan. 2025
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After the shooting, police knocked on dozens of doors in the sprawling complex, questioning residents about a robbery that took place in a hallway hours before the gunfire erupted — and are now investigating whether the two incidents are connected.—
Elizabeth Keogh,
New York Daily News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Hsu also recommended mindfulness practices like meditation or breathing exercises, which can help reduce stress and improve emotional resilience, as well as staying socially connected with friends, family, and community groups.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
28 Jan. 2025
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The squadron is located at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado, just outside of Denver.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
24 Jan. 2025
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The trailhead is located near the end of Comanche Mesa Road, across Highway FM 170 from the Lajitas General Store.—
Pam LeBlanc,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
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Popular on Variety The tone for proceedings is set by an introductory anecdote that Ricciardi relates directly to camera, concerning a teenage masturbation mishap that left him with splinters in the head of his member.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Some 2,500 miles across the country — on the southwest coast of California — a 22-year-old college athlete could relate.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Identify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identify. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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