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to identify someone or something based on a particular feature

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Examples (10)

  • This is the only species of flamingo in the region, easily recognized by its pink plumage.
  • I recognized her immediately by her bright red hair.
  • You can usually recognize a high-quality product by its weight and finish.
  • Police often recognize repeat offenders by their specific methods of operation.
  • I recognized the old house by the large oak tree in the front yard.
  • He recognized his father by his distinctive, slow way of speaking.
  • These cells are recognized by the immune system as foreign invaders.
  • The software can recognize users by their fingerprints or facial features.
  • I recognized the melody by the first few notes of the piano.
  • Experts can recognize an original painting by the artist's brushwork.