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as in to enrol
to add (a person) to a list or roll as a participant or member
please register me for the yoga class
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as in to log
to make a written note of
the management registered her complaint in their log and promised to get back to her in a week
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as in to enter
to put (someone or something) on a list
I have to register my new car when I renew my driver's license
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as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I'm not registering what you're saying
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as in registrar
an official whose job is to keep records
ask the county register for a copy of your birth certificate
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as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
check the voter register to see if it has my current party affiliation
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Recent Examples of register
Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 23 Apr. 2025
Nearly 200,000 people have registered for the Target fast at a website constructed by Bryant’s church, which provides instructions and more than 300,000 shopping alternatives patrons can utilize to find their needs.
—Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2025
Shana Naomi Krochmal, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
Trump's 25% auto tariffs will cover more than $460 billion worth of imports of vehicles and auto parts imports annually, according to a Reuters analysis of tariff codes included in a federal register notice.
—Devika Nair, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
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In 12 games, Graham registered 45 tackles, seven tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks at Michigan.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 23 Apr. 2025
Nearly 200,000 people have registered for the Target fast at a website constructed by Bryant’s church, which provides instructions and more than 300,000 shopping alternatives patrons can utilize to find their needs.
—Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2025
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Then John — working here at the top of his register, and straining a bit in a too-human way from his earlier ease — delivers a stunning scene setter.
—Shana Naomi Krochmal, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
Trump's 25% auto tariffs will cover more than $460 billion worth of imports of vehicles and auto parts imports annually, according to a Reuters analysis of tariff codes included in a federal register notice.
—Devika Nair, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
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Police in both Little Rock and North Little Rock will have wider access to flying drones after both cities were awarded state grants this year, although the departments' plans... Subscribe to continue reading, or log in.—
Grant Lancaster,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Devils had three chances in regulation against the league-best Hurricanes penalty kill but failed to score and logged only four shots in their six minutes up a man before overtime.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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And that’s a parting advice from Anis to anyone looking to enter the space.—
Craig Lebrau,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Tesla is planning to enter the India market, CFO Vaibhav Tanej said during its earnings call.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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Trump administration takes aim at climate change The Trump administration is continuing to pursue its pledge to prioritize American energy independence and scale back the federal government's plans to understand and prevent climate change.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Consider making trade-offs Part of being a financially savvy adult is understanding that money management often comes with difficult trade-offs.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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Founded in 1845, Limestone University currently enrolls about 1,600 students, including both on-campus students and those seeking online degrees.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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In addition to its freeze on certifying illnesses, the program can no longer enroll new members or approve life-saving treatments like chemotherapy, lung transplants or stem cell therapy.—
Liz Neporent,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2025
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In the fifth inning, India recorded his 500th career hit against Astros starter Hayden Wesneski.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Yes Please list the highlights of your civic involvement/activism in the city of Fort Worth: Served on Fort Worth City Council since 2023 Have you ever been arrested, charged with a crime or otherwise been part of a criminal proceeding?—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Ahead of the match, Washington listed eleven players as unavailable, including star forward Trinity Rodman, who stepped away from team activities to address her continuing back issues.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Martha Stewart previously slammed former friend Ina Garten The lifestyle maven is known to cook up beef with fellow lifestyle brand competitors, including taking aim at former friend Ina Garten in September.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Unfortunately, Seong-je knows no loyalty, and agrees to beat up Si-eun for Baek-jin on the morning of the fight.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Apr. 2025
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With the capability to transcribe in 112 languages and generate comprehensive summaries, PLAUD's products are indispensable for anyone seeking efficiency in their professional life.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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One standout example was AI-powered ambient listening, which transcribes doctor-patient interactions and cuts administrative workload.—
Derek Streat,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Register.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/register. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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