1
as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
codify these ancient cultures according to their political structures
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2
as in to organize
to put into a particular arrangement
the rules for the game were codified over a hundred years ago
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Recent Examples of codify
China and Vietnam signed bilateral treaties codifying their borders in 1999 and 2000.
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David C. Kang, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2025
The package of bills will include measures to ban fixing errors on ballots, known as ballot curing, and codifying rules governing the use of ballot drop boxes.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The Taliban formally codified a long set of rules governing morality late last year, ranging from requiring women to cover their faces and men to grow beards to banning car drivers from playing music.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
The Taliban formally codified a long set of rules governing morality late last year, ranging from requiring women to cover their faces and men to grow beards to barring car drivers from playing music.
—Reuters, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2025
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The cause was classified as norovirus, a contagious virus that causes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and is commonly known as the stomach flu.—
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Both the Cook Political Report and Sabato's Crystal Ball classify the race as a likely victory for Spanberger.—
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The vigil, which had been planned several weeks in advance, was organized by the Genesee County Republican Party as a reaction to violent incidents such as the assassination of Charlie Kirk.—
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Try MyRecipes, our digital recipe box to stash and organize all your favorite Better Homes & Gardens recipes.—
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According to the Tax Foundation, the Buckeye State now ranks eighth in the nation for property tax burden—ahead of expensive states like New York and California—while ranking 40th in median household income.—
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In Spain, expats love the weather, culture and nightlife, and opportunities for recreational sports with each ranking first in their respective categories.—
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The continual delays have led to many embarrassing moments, the most recent coming last Tuesday, when, after Barca officials told the media the Camp Nou was ready, the Barcelona city council arranged a press conference of their own in reply.—
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For the Rolliefest finale, Hess and his team of organizers arranged a farewell cocktail party in the winter garden of the new private residences at the Waldorf Astoria, fresh off an almost-eight-year, multibillion dollar restoration.—
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Observers can distinguish birds from other signals by timing and speed.—
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The Loft distinguishes itself with a private spa, comprising a splash pool, sauna, and steam room.—
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After Bukele asked for the contractor’s removal, Johnson ordered an investigation by embassy security officials.—
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African telecom companies are often at the mercy of government agencies that order the shutdowns, but pressure from the international community could increase accountability and compel the companies to deny unlawful or arbitrary shutdown orders, the researchers argued.—
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Once the club acquired Adam Frazier at the Major League Baseball trade deadline, India was relegated to more of a limited role.—
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Wilson started his latest chapter with the New York Giants this season, but he was relegated to a backup role after just three games.—
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“Codify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/codify. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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