Thesaurus results for MARKING (OFF)

marking (off)

verb

Definition of marking (off)

present participle of mark (off)

as in defining

to mark the limits of marked off the outline of the mural first

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Yet as black became a defining color of modern fashion, most famously through Gabrielle Chanel’s little black dress of 1926, its association with mourning gradually loosened.

— Livia Caligor, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026
In From Day One As countries build generation-defining infrastructure—road and rail tunnels, smart stadiums and hospital precincts—connectivity is too often bolted on late in construction.

— Stephen Farrugia, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026

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The plight of the Palestinians continues to resonate with foreign publics, limiting how far pivotal countries such as Saudi Arabia will go in normalizing relations with Israel.

— Dalia Dassa Kaye, Foreign Affairs, 27 Oct. 2026
The legislation includes measures aimed at encouraging housing construction, reducing regulatory barriers, expanding financing options and limiting purchases of single-family homes by large institutional investors.

— Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Jessica Dickler,Sarah Agostino,Greg Iacurci,Lorie Konish,Annie Nova,Sharon Epperson,Stephanie Dhue, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026

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My ears strained for the telltale sound of a deer bounding away through the darkness.

— Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026
Clear blue skies are hovering over the Pharmalot campus, where a cool breeze is wafting by and the official mascots are bounding about the grounds in search of critters.

— Ed Silverman, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026

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Over three dozen letters from friends, family and neighbors describing their generosity and kindness were submitted.

— Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026
Moghadam also said that Tehran would study the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement that includes Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey before deciding whether to support it, describing it as a potential instrument for unity.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

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