designated
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Sutherland, known for roles such as special agent Jack Bauer on Fox's 24, and as the US president in Designated Survivor, is the son of actor Donald Sutherland.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
Designated groups sound a little silly to Adam Grant, a self-described “sociable” introvert and Wharton School Saul P. Steinberg professor of management.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025
Hegseth released aerial footage on X of the latest strike, which he said took place in international waters like the previous strikes and targeted "a vessel operated by a Designated Terrorist Organization."
From Barron's • Nov. 7, 2025
The terrorist designation allows the government to pursue actions such as seizing assets and imposing travel restrictions on those appearing on the list of Designated Foreign Terrorist Organizations.
From Salon • Oct. 30, 2025
Designated Save 82, this crew was there to pick up one more person: a geologist.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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