- present tense form of classify (3rd person singular).
classifies
Example Sentences
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That’s far from the 20% drop that classifies a bear market, Mayfield pointed out.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 12, 2026
The UN agency classifies El Nino events as weak, moderate, strong or very strong, meaning it is set to reach the third-highest level out of four.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
This method classifies weight status based on age and body fat percentage, providing a more direct assessment of adiposity.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 3, 2026
It classifies any collateral damage as an attack.
From BBC ● Mar. 23, 2026
In Plato’s allegory of the metals, the philosopher classifies men into groups of gold, silver, and lead.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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