1
as in label
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
the markers on the rock and mineral specimens were old and faded
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as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the discovery of a marker for the virus has greatly improved the accuracy of diagnosis
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Recent Examples of marker
Poor visibility will be possible along Alligator Alley between mile markers 32 and 35.
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Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Small studies suggest that A1 beta-casein and BCM-7 may be associated with markers of oxidative stress or low-grade inflammation.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Sort crayons, sequins, pom-poms, buttons, googly eyes, markers, beads, and other embellishments into the jars.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
On the table, lay out index cards, ribbon, and markers.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
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Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Small studies suggest that A1 beta-casein and BCM-7 may be associated with markers of oxidative stress or low-grade inflammation.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Sort crayons, sequins, pom-poms, buttons, googly eyes, markers, beads, and other embellishments into the jars.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
On the table, lay out index cards, ribbon, and markers.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marker
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One of the persistent myths of the ’90s is that, with the runaway success of Nirvana’s Nevermind, label executives stopped searching for pop stars and focused on regional scenes to uncover unlikely diamonds in the rough like the Goo Goo Dolls.—
Sam Sodomsky,
Pitchfork,
14 Feb. 2026
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Seward marvels over a cream Zoran jacket, and tries on a khaki wool cape designed by Gianni Versace for Italian label Callaghan in the early ‘80s.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Google, in particular, has some unique features working in its favor, Sosnick added.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Wright, who formerly worked as a detective, said the video contains apparent facial features such as a mustache and that investigators should be able to calculate height, shoe size and brands of clothing.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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In vacating the life prison term in 2024, Cook County Judge Marc Martin found in part that Modrowski had been unfairly portrayed as emotionless and cold during his 1995 trial and sentencing proceedings when the characteristics were likely due to his autism.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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And what physical characteristics is law enforcement focusing on that might help people locate them?—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Feb. 2026
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Rahmani noted that attrition inside prosecutorial offices can directly affect case quality.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Feb. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Bryan Hendricks,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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Chemistry, timing, shared experiences, and the slow work of falling in love with someone tend to matter far more than the traits that some people screen for on a dating-app profile.—
Rafaela Jinich,
The Atlantic,
14 Feb. 2026
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The two traits that will serve Riojas well are accountability and resilience.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Feb. 2026
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Without the correct attributes — competitiveness, mindset, IQ, internal drive — Donovan fears a young player could flounder in Chicago.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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There had been a feeling that Onana had all the attributes from a physical and technical standpoint, yet did not always maximise them.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Founded in 1936, the DGA emerged from concerns over creative control and credit attribution amid the growing power of producers.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2026
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Through the partnership, the HBCU’s basketball team is also developing a new content series for brand partners and using accurate ROI attribution to expand commercial conversations.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Excessive pre-rinsing can cause white marks on glass This first piece of advice will feel counterintuitive, but just go with us here.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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That estimate turned out to not even be close — missing the mark by more than $2 billion, according to new data released by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget.—
Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Marker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marker. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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