
slate
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–noun
1. a fine-grained rock formed by the meta morphosis of clay, shale (頁岩), etc., that tends to split along parallel cleavage (開裂) planes, usually at an angle to the planes of stratification.
2. a thin piece or plate of this rock or a similar material, used esp. for roofing or as a writing surface.
3. a dull, dark bluish gray.
4. a list of candidates, officers, etc., to be considered for nomination, appointment, election, or the like.
–verb (used with object)
5. to cover with or as with slate.
6. to write or set down for nomination or appointment: the district leader slated [for] city judge.
7. to plan or designate (something) for a particular place and time; schedule: The premiere was slated [for] January.
8. to censure or criticize harshly or violently; scold.
9. to punish severely.
—Idiom
10. clean slate, an unsullied record; a record marked by creditable conduct: to start [over] with a clean slate.

Depp’s casting deals closed a full day Wednesday at the Kodak Theater, where Walt Disney Studios chairman Dick Cook touted the Mouse’s upcoming slate of pics during a showcase event for exhibitors, media and other industry insiders.
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