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as in characterizes
to be an important feature of
an annual event marked mostly by noise and confusion
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as in records
to make a written note of
mark down the names of those who are planning to attend the dinner
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as in jokes
a person or thing that is made fun of
in the wake of the scandal, the disgraced governor became the favorite mark of late-night comedians
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as in targets
a person or thing that is the object of abuse, criticism, or ridicule
his gullibility and tendency to fall for bluffs made him an easy mark at the poker table
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as in reputations
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
a brand of crystal that bears the mark of excellence
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as in standards
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
lately his playing hasn't been up to the mark expected of a concert pianist
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as in purposes
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
set marks for expected daily output
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as in features
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
a sensitive expression that is the mark of a poet
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as in scars
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing
a small mark where the car had scraped a wall
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as in effects
the power to bring about a result on another
a person of some mark in the field of evolutionary biology
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Recent Examples of marks
Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
That marks a record since the party's foundation in 1955 and surpasses the previous record of 300 seats won in 1986 by late Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone.
—Mari Yamaguchi, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
For 2026, the beloved series marks its 66th season and promises a summer filled with romance, comedy and tragedy.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Feb. 2026
While Maryland law would permit him to run again after time out of office, his decision marks the close of a significant chapter in our state’s political life.
—Stuart Schmidt Jr, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
Saturday marks one month since a federal agent shot and killed Renee Good in Minneapolis.
—Laurie Perez, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
But this marks the first Super Bowl for the Pats without Bill Belichick as head coach and Tom Brady as quarterback — the teams’ previous six championships were all won with that super duo.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
This year marks the 100th anniversary of that original observance.
—Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
The announcement marks an expansion of the federal government’s investigation into the matter.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 2 Feb. 2026
Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Additionally, as the only Midwestern pick, Chicago earned consistently high marks for its architecture, vibrant arts and culture, offerings, and dynamic dining scene.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Her crucial triple helped Ryan lock up its first outright district title since 2023-24 after sharing the 6-5A crown with Argyle last year, when the pair had matching 11-1 marks in district play.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Humanoid says this multi-layer, fleet-first design marks a step toward scalable Physical AI.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
And the way outgoing CEO Bob Iger, the Disney board, D’Amaro and Walden have handled the news so far has earned high marks from key execs.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
This includes finger marks and prints, fluid, traces of DNA, and blood.
—Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Check for cracked or charred wires, as well as burn marks or holes on the blanket, says Evan Jones, representative from Electrical Safety Foundation International.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
The approval marks yet another step towards concluding a lengthy search to find buyers for Prospect’s Connecticut hospitals — a process that often seemed on the brink of failure.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
His is the most prominent case under the 2020 law and marks a severe blow to press freedom.
—Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
That marks a record since the party's foundation in 1955 and surpasses the previous record of 300 seats won in 1986 by late Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone.
—Mari Yamaguchi, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
For 2026, the beloved series marks its 66th season and promises a summer filled with romance, comedy and tragedy.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Feb. 2026
While Maryland law would permit him to run again after time out of office, his decision marks the close of a significant chapter in our state’s political life.
—Stuart Schmidt Jr, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
Saturday marks one month since a federal agent shot and killed Renee Good in Minneapolis.
—Laurie Perez, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
But this marks the first Super Bowl for the Pats without Bill Belichick as head coach and Tom Brady as quarterback — the teams’ previous six championships were all won with that super duo.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
This year marks the 100th anniversary of that original observance.
—Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
The announcement marks an expansion of the federal government’s investigation into the matter.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 2 Feb. 2026
Noun
Check all pieces for maker’s marks as these can shed some light on their quality.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Additionally, as the only Midwestern pick, Chicago earned consistently high marks for its architecture, vibrant arts and culture, offerings, and dynamic dining scene.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Her crucial triple helped Ryan lock up its first outright district title since 2023-24 after sharing the 6-5A crown with Argyle last year, when the pair had matching 11-1 marks in district play.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Humanoid says this multi-layer, fleet-first design marks a step toward scalable Physical AI.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
And the way outgoing CEO Bob Iger, the Disney board, D’Amaro and Walden have handled the news so far has earned high marks from key execs.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
This includes finger marks and prints, fluid, traces of DNA, and blood.
—Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Check for cracked or charred wires, as well as burn marks or holes on the blanket, says Evan Jones, representative from Electrical Safety Foundation International.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
The approval marks yet another step towards concluding a lengthy search to find buyers for Prospect’s Connecticut hospitals — a process that often seemed on the brink of failure.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marks
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Bar Madonna and a leafy garden, both serving killer cocktails and French wine labels only.—
Amber Elliott,
Houston Chronicle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, nations the United States labels adversaries study American history with forensic precision.—
Carol L. Harris,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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What is a greater hit against a presidential administration that characterizes itself as the party of family values than marrying two people in love on stage?—
Taylor Crumpton,
Time,
10 Feb. 2026
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The author argues this economic leverage represents the only meaningful way to hold the country accountable for what the author characterizes as federal overreach.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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The vehicle crashed and the driver died from his injuries, records state.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Feb. 2026
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At UChicago Medicine, doctors use an AI called Ambient, a note-taking tool that records patient visits and then writes detailed notes for the doctors.—
Audrina Sinclair,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Gross-out jokes don’t always play well for a broad crowd that often includes families and kids.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2026
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Melania also recently made headlines in a new way when distributor Amazon MGM asked a theater in Oregon to stop screening the film due to some viral jokes on its marquee.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
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McMillan, taken eighth overall by the Panthers in last year’s NFL Draft, put together a rookie campaign with 70 receptions (122 targets) for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The cargo variant targets heavier logistics.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Revelstoke is still arguably the epicenter of heli-skiing in North America, and there are a bunch of local operators with excellent reputations.—
Brent Rose,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Feb. 2026
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Fyre Fraud explores the class-action lawsuits and tarnished reputations that followed, offering a commentary on the dominance of influencer culture and social media propaganda.—
Ilana Gordon,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The surveys show widespread skepticism that governments can really fix problems like the affordability crisis, rising inequality, declining upward mobility, and stagnating or declining living standards.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Tesla’s questionable qualifications To qualify for a voucher, manufacturers must obtain a zero-emission powertrain certification showing the vehicle meets certain performance standards.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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Neiry says the birds are intended for peaceful purposes, to help with search and rescue operations and to monitor infrastructure.—
Harriet Marsden,
TheWeek,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Marks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marks. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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