designated
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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By that time, however, Scheuer's ministry had already entered into binding contracts with the designated toll scheme operators.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
In 2022, South Korea helped roughly 400 Afghans leave their country after the Taliban seized power, but it designated them as “special contributors” rather than refugees because they had employment ties with South Korean agencies.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Utility man Santiago Espinal, whom the Dodgers claimed on waivers and broke out in spring training, was designated for assignment to make room for the recovered utility man on the roster.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
The government has designated roughly 50 metric tons of plutonium as weapons-grade but excessive to national security needs.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
It was set on one of those specially made desks with the drawers and the slide-out keyboard tray, and a designated compartment for the printer.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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