earmark
noun
any identifying or distinguishing mark or characteristic.
have earmarked
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present perfectof earmark.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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So far, allies have earmarked only $72 billion, the Ukrainian defense ministry said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Organisers have earmarked 28 July as the next possible date for the mass lift-off of around 50 balloons.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2024
Overall, German state and federal governments have earmarked €13.2 billion for investment in about two dozen projects to develop hydrogen.
From New York Times ● Apr. 30, 2024
But some districts have earmarked money for Black students: Los Angeles Unified operates a Black Student Achievement Plan and has also diverted funds from school police to support Black students.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2023
In recent years, state lawmakers have earmarked just under $5 million annually to reduce costs for dual-credit courses, most of which is spent on increasing equitable access to dual credit.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 9, 2021
