make an identification
Frequency: 7.010.0 per million words
To successfully identify someone, such as a suspect.
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Examples (10)
- She was unable to make a positive identification of the suspect.
- The witness tried to make an identification from the lineup.
- After reviewing the evidence, the detective made a crucial identification.
- It's difficult to make an accurate identification in poor lighting conditions.
- The police asked him to make an identification of the stolen goods.
- Are you sure you can make a definitive identification?
- New technology helps us make quicker identifications.
- The victim's family was asked to make an identification of the recovered items.
- He hopes to make a successful identification during the investigation.
- The system needs to make an automatic identification of unauthorized users.