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as in traced
to draw or make apparent the outline of
she carefully outlined the tree before she started drawing in the leaves
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as in summarized
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
outlined the important points in the introduction
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Recent Examples of outlined
Black trim outlined the sleeves and edges, along with black buttons.
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Maggie Clancy, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
As outlined in a 2021 report by Inside Higher Ed, during the global pandemic, many student counseling centers contracted with third-party vendors to provide teletherapy services for students.
—Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Given there are three possible outcomes in every soccer match, the draw option is available too as outlined above.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Advertisement Many of the allegations outlined in the federal indictment are similar to details contained in a lawsuit filed by Combs’ former girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura, last year.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Editorial Sources and Fact-Checking Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy.
—Don Rauf, EverydayHealth.com, 3 Oct. 2024
However, a nonprofit called Patient Rights Advocate discovered that most American hospitals are refusing to comply with the rules outlined.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2024
For example, the concentration flexibility outlined above is a potential real advantage.
—Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Maggie Clancy, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
As outlined in a 2021 report by Inside Higher Ed, during the global pandemic, many student counseling centers contracted with third-party vendors to provide teletherapy services for students.
—Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Given there are three possible outcomes in every soccer match, the draw option is available too as outlined above.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Advertisement Many of the allegations outlined in the federal indictment are similar to details contained in a lawsuit filed by Combs’ former girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura, last year.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Editorial Sources and Fact-Checking Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy.
—Don Rauf, EverydayHealth.com, 3 Oct. 2024
However, a nonprofit called Patient Rights Advocate discovered that most American hospitals are refusing to comply with the rules outlined.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2024
For example, the concentration flexibility outlined above is a potential real advantage.
—Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlined
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Almost half of it was traced via serial numbers to funds the developers had given Owens, according to the indictment.Bracey Harris, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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The stock has traced out a rectangle formation in the $10-$13 range.Bill Sarubbi, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Gago at the end of the session summarized key takeaways, calculating that female professionals across the three countries only make up around 30 percent of sector workers.Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
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The PBMs would have a strong argument that the procompetitive benefits of the formulary system, summarized in yesterday’s commentary, do indeed outweigh the harm to certain insulin consumers.Alden Abbott, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The gallery’s permanent collection spotlights the special FX artists, set designers and behind-the-scenes photographers who have defined the essence of Halloween for not just Angelenos, but the world over.Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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Roach offers a behind-the-scenes look at the moments that defined his career, while providing them with the tools to create their own version of iconic style, built on individuality and confidence.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Outlined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlined. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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