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as in to signify
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
a flashing red light that denotes danger
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Recent Examples of denote
That is fine if the average quality of those shots — denoted as xG per shot — is high.
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 30 June 2025
Around the main pattern were entire sections of white tiles without any pattern, and they may have been used as smaller alcoves or to denote special arrangements of furniture or a bench, archaeologists said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 25 June 2025
An albatross – also known as a double eagle – is the term used to denote a score on a single hole of three-under par.
—Julia Andersen, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
In a rear gallery, dark nighttime photographs are hung on walls painted black to denote the wee hours.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 30 June 2025
Around the main pattern were entire sections of white tiles without any pattern, and they may have been used as smaller alcoves or to denote special arrangements of furniture or a bench, archaeologists said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 25 June 2025
An albatross – also known as a double eagle – is the term used to denote a score on a single hole of three-under par.
—Julia Andersen, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
In a rear gallery, dark nighttime photographs are hung on walls painted black to denote the wee hours.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for denote
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This moment signifies an opportunity to bridge the intergenerational gap – ensuring women of all ages are equipped with the information, tools, and resources to live well to and through menopause – and to encourage women to advocate for themselves and their experiences.—
Chloe Castleberry,
Flow Space,
29 July 2025
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For a fair assessment, the returns of peer stocks also signify post-earnings one-day (1D) returns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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The study indicated that direct spending on diving activities generates $900 million to $3.2 billion annually and between $8.5 billion and $20.4 billion when including indirect spending on accommodations and local services.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 July 2025
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Recent reports indicate King Charles is worried about the upcoming visit.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
29 July 2025
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But that doesn’t mean it can’t be used in the evening.—
Noma Nazish,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The remote location and traditional safari tent construction mean the property doesn't meet standard ADA compliance requirements.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
31 July 2025
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Shares have surged 29% this year, but the investment bank’s target price implies the stock could rally another 11% from current levels.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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Momodu Mansaray/Getty Images What To Know In an interview with Taste of Country, which was published on Wednesday, Bryan implied his seat at the judge's table isn't confirmed yet for Season 24.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Denote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denote. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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