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to arrange or assign according to type
classify the baseball cards in your collection on the basis of rarity
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to put into a particular arrangement
classify the information you got from the Internet by source
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Recent Examples of classified
Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The Space Force has a classified payload on the USSF-75 mission, which would be the fourth national security mission flown on a Falcon Heavy, and could fly before the end of the year.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Aoudad, classified as an exotic species, already have no closed season or bag limit on private property.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Two days after Pritzker’s order, the Justice Department announced an Army soldier was charged with using classified information to profit from prediction market bets tied to Maduro’s arrest.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The Space Force has a classified payload on the USSF-75 mission, which would be the fourth national security mission flown on a Falcon Heavy, and could fly before the end of the year.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
Verb
While the national government views offshore wind as a pillar of its 2050 net-zero goal, the Izu region is currently only classified as a preparation zone — the earliest stage of development.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Aoudad, classified as an exotic species, already have no closed season or bag limit on private property.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classified
Adjective
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Kennedy is pushing the FDA to reclassify 12 of the 19 restricted peptides, which would allow US companies—like Enhanced—to compound and sell them through legitimate domestic channels.—
Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
30 Apr. 2026
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After losing in court in September, the city was ordered to dismantle the restricted section and restore the teen section at the library, as well as establish legal protections for librarians against pushback from the city.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In 2023, the Rangers ranked second in all of Major League Baseball with 143 home runs, and second in OPS.—
Mac Engel
April 30,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2026
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Earlier this month, live coverage of the men’s final in Monte Carlo between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz ranked among the top three sports broadcasts in its time period.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In this material, those moments are arranged in opposing directions.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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In the example model shown, this is arranged as a multifunctional room that includes a small desk/dining table and some seating.—
Adam Williams
April 25,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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All calls are toll-free and confidential.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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All calls will be kept confidential.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Our cybersecurity names, Palo Alto Networks and CrowdStrike , got unfairly grouped into the sell-off, but each managed to gain around 6% on the week.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
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Those teams are usually grouped together in one's fandom, and all the emotions were caught on camera Thursday night during a New York radio station's NFL Draft watch party.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Construction on the tower is expected to begin next year and will include 216 private-room patient beds — increasingly sought for hospital stays — 20 surgical areas organized around recovery rooms and specialties by floor, all outfitted with cutting-edge technology.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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It’s also outfitted with three interior compartments to keep your wallet, phone, keys, and other contents organized on the go.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This book and movie also have one of my favorite Clancy Facts, which is that Tom revealed a top secret, silent navigation technology that caused a minor stir in the world of military-industrial-complex boat guys.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Apr. 2026
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According to the complaint, Williams worked for the Army between 2010 and 2016 after serving as a contractor and previously enlisting, and held a top secret security clearance.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Nonetheless, Gutekunst highlighted McClellan’s size, length (33 7/8-inch arms), versatility across the line and pass-rushing ability as reasons the Packers distinguished him from other available defensive tackles.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Edward, known for his strong piety, is also distinguished as one of the few English kings to be canonized.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Classified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classified. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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