designated
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Excess levels of phosphates led the Somerset Levels and Moors to be officially designated as having "unfavourable declining" status in 2021.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
The proposed measure would require federally designated community clinics to spend at least 90% of their revenues on activities directly related to their mission of providing care for low-income populations.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
While all other followers of Jesus, from Quakers to Catholics, were officially designated as variations of “Christian,” Mormons did not enjoy the Christian label.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
While some more skeptically minded clergy do not enjoy discussing demonic possession, each diocese is supposed to have a designated exorcist.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Under the terms of the International Antarctic Treaty, the Endurance shipwreck is a designated historic monument and must not be disturbed in any way.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
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