1
as in to notice
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments
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2
as in to cite
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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as in commendation
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed
received a special mention for her submission to the exhibition of local artists
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Recent Examples of mention
Literary Hub,
22 June 2026
With mature shoppers spoiled for choice, which formulas truly deserve a spot in your cart (not to mention, your beach bag)?
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Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
22 June 2026
New Atlas,
20 June 2026
This meant no one had to carry the casket but each would get a mention in the program.
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Griffin Dunne,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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Verb
And these were just the animals and machines trying to do you in, not to mention the glare of the sun, the Feds, or some bad-seed trimmer with a crush or a death wish.
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Literary Hub,
22 June 2026
With mature shoppers spoiled for choice, which formulas truly deserve a spot in your cart (not to mention, your beach bag)?
—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
22 June 2026
Noun
The seats deserve special mention.
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New Atlas,
20 June 2026
This meant no one had to carry the casket but each would get a mention in the program.
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Griffin Dunne,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Sensors alone are not a cure for such failures, but better measurements can help engineers notice when important details are changing.
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Pryor also noticed that Black students were frequently more hesitant to participate in these conversations.
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Other reviewers have cited the high quality of the material, as well as its ideal fit.
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Cepeda has challenged the results, citing irregularities at thousands of polling stations.
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But precise passes that squeeze the maximum gain out of plays will receive extra commendation.
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His actions came to light when a letter of commendation was sent to the state by Pamlico County Emergency Services.
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Ablakwa did not specify the specific types of artifacts, nor where they are currently being held.
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There is no difference specified under the law.
Noun
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ElAttrache’s patients include 18 of 29 players who won the MVP or Cy Young awards over the past 10 years.
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The award will recognize a singular work selected from qualifying American narrative television and film that address environmental issues through creativity and possibility.
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Most access points are reached from the west side, coming through Meeker, and Grimes noted that despite the isolation, the gravel roads are well-maintained, meaning a passenger vehicle should get you to most trailheads.
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All colors are the same price right now and come with free shipping, but note the delivery dates because some will arrive quicker than others.
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After Phil Nevin and Ron Washington also failed to hold the managerial job for more than two seasons, Minasian hired first-time manager Kurt Suzuki from his own front-office staff last fall, giving him a one-year deal with the acknowledgment that their fates were tied.
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In September 2024, the USDA quietly terminated its 30-year-old annual report on household food insecurity — effectively ending the official tracking and acknowledgment of hunger in America.
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Though Kim stressed the new warship was a completely domestic product, Leif-Eric Easley, a professor at Ewha University in Seoul, said the pace of shipbuilding could indicate otherwise.
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Nienhuis said Billy Mansfield previously indicated there could be more bodies in Hernando, Pasco and Pinellas counties, but investigators were unable to reach an agreement that would have provided additional information in exchange for reduced charges.
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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