as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
walks with a marked limp a marked improvement in his grades
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as in labeled
to attach an identifying slip to
marked each application with a numbered sticker
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as in characterized
to be an important feature of
an annual event marked mostly by noise and confusion
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as in recorded
to make a written note of
mark down the names of those who are planning to attend the dinner
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Recent Examples of marked
Kristen Classi-Zummo, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Even the Anti-Defamation League’s assessment of antisemitism on campuses has shown marked improvement at Harvard – with the school, led by a Jewish president and a Jewish board chair, now no worse than the average U.S. university, if not better than both.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 7 July 2025
India Espy-Jones, Essence, 24 Mar. 2025
Stefani’s Coachella performance in 2024 marked No Doubt’s first time playing together in nearly a decade.
—Renan Botelho, WWD, 24 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
This mindset represents a marked shift from earlier in the year, when tariffs were just hitting the headlines and many consumers remained unaware of potential implications.
—Kristen Classi-Zummo, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Even the Anti-Defamation League’s assessment of antisemitism on campuses has shown marked improvement at Harvard – with the school, led by a Jewish president and a Jewish board chair, now no worse than the average U.S. university, if not better than both.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 7 July 2025
Verb
Jourdan Dunn made her claim for pixie cuts, while Uche Natori rebutted with a full-bodied bob, but both marked this season as the best time for short hair.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 24 Mar. 2025
Stefani’s Coachella performance in 2024 marked No Doubt’s first time playing together in nearly a decade.
—Renan Botelho, WWD, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marked
Adjective
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Some people find that getting a tan makes their acne less noticeable, but these effects are temporary.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
15 July 2025
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While Skai did point out noticeable shedding in the front of her hair, her overall appearance looks healthy.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Other common ants found in the state include the carpenter ant, characterized by their large, black bodies, and fire ants, known for their red color and affinity for building large mounds in yards that can be dangerous, Hayes said.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2025
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One source close to the negotiations described a deal as 'close' and a Red Sox source characterized the team as hopeful of getting a deal done as of late Saturday night.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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These two head coaches met in 2023, when Vance Joseph’s defense recorded four turnovers as the Broncos upset the Bills in Orchard Park.—
Jacob Robinson,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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The Jayhawks, in fact, on Sunday recorded the largest margin of victory by a road team in Big 12 Conference history.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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In March 2019, authorities arrested and charged more than 50 people, including coaches, test administrators, prominent CEOs, and the Hollywood stars.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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The chief umpire’s role is a prominent one that involves communicating decisions live on TV and often fronting up afterwards to explain them.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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The Sox scored four in the fourth to take a commanding 9-0 lead.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
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And that one draw was only because two days were lost to rain at Old Trafford in Manchester when England were in a commanding position at a pivotal stage of the most recent Ashes series against Australia two years ago.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The past five years have been among the most dramatic: SXSW closed down during the first weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic and did not reopen in person — on a much smaller scale — until 2022.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
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Rising to Meet Modern Demands Health and wellness tourism has seen a dramatic rise in popularity over the last several years, both internationally and domestically.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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There’s a certain romanticism that lies at the heart of these remarkable gins, something conjured, perhaps, by that dramatic meeting of land and sea.—
Camille Berry,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Google stock has already achieved remarkable gains, growing 2x from $88 levels in early 2023 to approximately $180 at present.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Some journalists basically transcribed this without questioning the obvious discrepancy between her statement and the CDC website, which said vaccines merely reduce the risk of transmission.—
Cory Franklin,
Twin Cities,
2 Jan. 2025
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His latest book tells the story of a Lutheran priest in the early-20th-century American West who has transcribed the life of a vampire.—
Michael Schaub,
Orange County Register,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Marked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marked. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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