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one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification
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Recent Examples of classification
The lowest classification is Schedule IV.
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Tara Lynch, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
This classification is based on the proximity to journalistic standards that sources usually exhibit when presenting information.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Larsen’s politics defy easy classification.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The only program in any classification to do it was Brenham from 1986 to 1988 in Class 4A, according to UIL archives.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
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Tara Lynch, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
This classification is based on the proximity to journalistic standards that sources usually exhibit when presenting information.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Larsen’s politics defy easy classification.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The only program in any classification to do it was Brenham from 1986 to 1988 in Class 4A, according to UIL archives.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classification
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Alex Brightman will be considered eligible in the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical category for Schmigadoon!—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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To do this well, consider Gallup’s four primary categories underpinning engagement.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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The first-of-its-kind arrangement marks a tectonic shift for Florida’s largest school district, where charter schools have operated in their own facilities rather than district property.—
Garrett Shanley,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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The shop leans into dense, old-school ice cream — the kind that comes out of the freezer firm and packed with flavor.—
Tristan Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Classification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classification. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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