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as in deserving
to be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment)
how does a summer intern rate a new computer when I've been told to make do with this clunker?
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2
as in estimating
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
nowadays most motorists would probably rate their cell phone as an "essential" piece of electronic equipment
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as in ranking
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
a restaurant that consistently rates high in all the standard categories
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as in considering
to think of in a particular way
I would rate her my best friend; after all, she's always been there when I needed her
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as in scolding
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
a tyrannical father who usually spent most of dinnertime rating his children on their alleged multitude of failings
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Recent Examples of rating
Shalwah Evans, People.com, 1 June 2025
Bernstein, outperform rating, $1,153 per share price target Analyst Zhihan Ma’s forecast implies 11% upside from Friday’s close of $1040.18.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 31 May 2025
Through the program, the city will be given resources to measure and improve sustainability performance through the LEED for Cities rating system, the news release said.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
The Thunder outscored their opponents by 14.0 points per 100 possessions in third quarters this season, by far the most dominant net rating in the league.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Noun
Nearly 153,000 five-star ratings says a lot, but reviewers are saying even more.
—Shalwah Evans, People.com, 1 June 2025
Bernstein, outperform rating, $1,153 per share price target Analyst Zhihan Ma’s forecast implies 11% upside from Friday’s close of $1040.18.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 31 May 2025
Through the program, the city will be given resources to measure and improve sustainability performance through the LEED for Cities rating system, the news release said.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
The Thunder outscored their opponents by 14.0 points per 100 possessions in third quarters this season, by far the most dominant net rating in the league.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rating
Noun
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The dueling biplanes from the climax exist on this level, too, even if Gabriel is essentially twirling his moustache and tying a dame to train tracks.—
Paul A. Thompson,
Pitchfork,
30 May 2025
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For a team that had gotten used to elite play at that position from Tyron Smith over the course of 13 seasons, the standard was high for a player who entered the NFL with just 14 career starts at the college level.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Illinois cities Peoria and Decatur top the ranking in affordability, according to SmartAsset.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
30 May 2025
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European countries dominate global rankings of healthcare systems characterized by universal access and defining health as a right rather than a commodity.—
RSM Discovery,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Getting players out the door, however, may not be so easy, especially as this most recent promotion will have led to wages rising to reflect the club’s Championship status.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The Florida Department of Health did not respond to a request for comment on the status of its HIV prevention programs.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2025
Noun
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While Chairman Gu, Chairman Lee, Cha Yeong-do, Gu Jun-mo, and Lee Geum-son fight for control of the criminal organizations, Gi-jun cuts a relentless, ruthless path through their ranks.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
6 June 2025
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What was once considered a fringe sector defined by volatility and skepticism is now producing companies that are not only IPO-ready, but in some cases are joining the ranks of the S&P 500.—
Tomer Niv,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Workers with a college degree still fare better on the job hunt than those without one, but the lack of movement for those that are currently employed are making backfill positions more and more limited.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Temperatures are expected to be around 80 degrees on Monday and Tuesday.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
6 June 2025
Noun
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However, the Hurricanes’ offensive struggles persisted, finishing 0-for-11 with runners in scoring position and 2-for-16 with runners on base.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
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The majority of United subscribers believe the minimum for a successful 2025-26 would be Ruben Amorim’s team qualifying for the Europa League — a position best secured with a sixth-place league finish, but which can be achieved through winning a domestic trophy.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
Noun
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When Crosby was finally ready to go, Tsamis signed him and immediately put him into a pressure situation.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2025
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The Google spokesman confirmed that situations where attackers both compromise an account and change passwords etc to prevent the real owner from logging in do happen.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Rating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rating. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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