as in lists
to put (someone or something) on a list
indexed all the books in the library by category
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Recent Examples of indexes
Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
From the in-flight data, the team computed apparent ice emission indices (ice crystals/kg) and nvPM EI for both fuels.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Hyperliquid is a decentralised exchange that processes billions of dollars in daily trading volume across perpetual derivative and spot markets, allowing users to trade an expanding range of digital and real-world assets including stocks, crude oil, silver, and equity indices.
—Bob Diamond, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
During his tenure, Hungary slid down rankings on democracy and corruption indices; reports suggest that vast amounts in state funds ended up in Orbán allies’ hands.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Both indexes also reached new all-time highs in the session.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026
Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
The video indexes temporal compression—not historical eventfulness or developmental logic but monotonous repetition, endurance without transformation.
—Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
In stock markets abroad, indexes rose in Europe following a weaker finish in Asia.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
From the in-flight data, the team computed apparent ice emission indices (ice crystals/kg) and nvPM EI for both fuels.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Hyperliquid is a decentralised exchange that processes billions of dollars in daily trading volume across perpetual derivative and spot markets, allowing users to trade an expanding range of digital and real-world assets including stocks, crude oil, silver, and equity indices.
—Bob Diamond, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
During his tenure, Hungary slid down rankings on democracy and corruption indices; reports suggest that vast amounts in state funds ended up in Orbán allies’ hands.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Both indexes also reached new all-time highs in the session.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
Instead of the open web, the platform indexes a library of about 500 million documents, including premium business content such as SEC filings, earnings transcripts, and expert research.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
The video indexes temporal compression—not historical eventfulness or developmental logic but monotonous repetition, endurance without transformation.
—Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indexes
Noun
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Runser referenced indicators in manufacturing showing the sector is expanding, which is supportive of future freight demand.—
Dylan Sherman,
Arkansas Online,
28 Apr. 2026
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Still, your age can offer a few indicators about what your skin needs, which, for many people in their late 30s and beyond, is moisture and a light touch.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The guide lists 30-plus restaurants where the food keeps coming until at least midnight — and many go well past that.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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Stubhub lists tickets for Hard Rock’s first game - Uruguay-Saudi Arabia - ranging from $355 to $512.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Roise said to help protect against damage from wildfires, residents should clear any potential fuel like bushes, pine needles or propane tanks away from their homes.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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This Japanese type of juniper shrub forms a dense mat of prickly blue-green needles that turn slightly purplish in winter.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Limon’s body was found April 24 on the Howard Frankland Bridge, also in a large black trash bag and with stab injuries, records state.—
Tony Marrero,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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However, federal attorneys said back then that the crime started with the former owners, which records show included local restaurant magnate Louis Gerodemos.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Providence and Lincoln-Way West move up, while Sandburg enters topsy-turvy rankings.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The replay shows the puck enters the goal just below the crossbar and caroms off the frame at the back of the net.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Leafguard schedules your installation date.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Democrats could easily block the measure if Thune simply schedules a vote to end debate, which needs 60 votes to succeed.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Tupac’s stepbrother files a wrongful death suit and cites new turns in the 29-year-old murder case.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Taylor Swift files new trademark applications.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Fans review the highlights of old Sears catalogs on YouTube, using photos of goods like bedroom sets, for example, to compare aesthetics and quality standards of 30 years ago to today's retail offerings.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Closer To Truth, and creator/curator of the Landscape of Consciousness website, which catalogues and categorizes theories of consciousness.—
Conor Feehly,
Big Think,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Indexes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indexes. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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