designate

Example Sentences

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Among the powers it gives the president is the authority to designate countries that wrongfully detain an American and impose consequences.

From The Wall Street Journal

Athletes ride down a ramp and perform one trick when they launch into the air and land in a designated zone.

From BBC

Presidents Day isn’t even officially called Presidents Day: It is designated by U.S. law as Washington’s Birthday and was created in 1885 to honor President George Washington.

From Barron's

Seoul's spy agency said last week she had now been clearly "designated as a successor", citing her participation in high-profile events with her father.

From Barron's

In the first round, eight players had 70 seconds to shoot 27 balls from five designated spots on the court.

From Los Angeles Times