designated
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Haiti was originally designated for TPS in 2010 after a massive earthquake devastated the country and redesignated because of subsequent natural disasters and gang violence.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
The former DHS secretary has been seen at the residence usually designated for the Coast Guard commandant, which she made her home as a cabinet member.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
“The Bills signed Bradley Chubb in free agency, but still need speed off the edge. Howell, the SEC defensive player of the year, should have a role right away as a designated pass rusher.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
The same year, he was granted a Niger diplomatic passport that designated him a "special adviser" to the junta leader Abdourahamane Tchiani.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
The kids arrived at the designated spot in front of Papa and stared at the ground.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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