designate
verb (used with object)
to mark or point out; indicate; show; specify.
have designated
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present perfectof designate.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Local organisers in Seattle have designated the World Cup match between Egypt and Iran at Lumen Field on 26 June as the centre of celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community.
From BBC ● Dec. 26, 2025
Pakistani authorities - as well as several Western countries, including the UK and US - have designated the group a terrorist organisation.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2025
With the new proclamations, Biden will have designated 10 national monuments using his executive authority under the Antiquities Act of 1906 and has enlarged or modified several more, including expanding two in the Golden State.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 12, 2025
Museums may have designated days and times when fewer people are admitted to limit crowds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2024
“The smell. Also, they have designated vacation days. At least, that’s what the sign says,” said Mini.
From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi
