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Discover LudwigThe phrase "the designated" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a specific person or thing that has been officially chosen or assigned for a particular role or purpose. Example: "The designated driver will ensure everyone gets home safely after the party."
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the designated
verb
To mark out and make known; to point out; to name; to indicate; to show; to distinguish by marks or description; to specify; as, to designate the boundaries of a country; to designate the rioters who are to be arrested.
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Wells was the designated hitter.
I am the designated mourner.
"I'm the designated driver".
Flynn is the designated starter.
Anjali was the designated trapper.
We'll make him the designated hitter.
So Mr. Giuliani becomes the designated hero.
He was the designated hitter, batting second.
Fortunately, he is not the designated heartthrob.
THE SETUP -- The designated hitter is used.
Iced water for the designated driver.
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