commentary

noun

ˈkä-mən-ˌter-ē How to pronounce commentary (audio)
Definition of commentarynext
1
as in comment
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event) the TV anchors provided a running commentary on the parade

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2
as in story
usually commentaries plural a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened the general's commentaries on his military campaigns rank among the best firsthand accounts of the war

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Recent Examples of commentary Mittelman also recorded some 200 brief commentaries on especially significant productions. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 There’s plenty of conservative commentary and activism against surrogacy and adoption rights for gay couples, but not much momentum for legislation. — David Weigel, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Next week is an important one for Nvidia , which is scheduled to report earnings Wednesday, and its results, outlook, and CEO Jensen Huang's commentary could shape investor sentiment around the AI trade heading into the fall. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Modern life offers a continual stream of voices competing for our attention – news, social media, opinions, obligations, fears, and endless mental commentary. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for commentary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commentary
  1. comment
  2. story
  3. analysis
  4. chronology
  5. observation
  6. report
  7. history
  8. account
Noun
  • Hansen’s attorney, who is with the Post-Conviction Justice Project at University of Southern California Gould School of Law, did not immediately respond to a request for comment Friday afternoon.
    — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Paramount had no comment on the matter from the current Rentrak board member Friday when contacted by Deadline.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of comment
Noun
  • Read More TopicsVenice Film Festival Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.
    — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Still, state media have been highlighting stories about cafes and other businesses being forced to close for failing to enforce rules on clothing.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of story
Noun
  • The number of ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz rose 27% in the past week, according to a CNN analysis of figures from the UK Maritime Trade Operations center (UKMTO), which recorded 103 entering and 89 leaving.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • No responsible analysis should claim that a single flood or drought was caused by climate change without attribution science.
    — Phil Kafarakis, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of analysis
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  • Over in Marvel’s territory, the X-Men had their whole chronology readjusted when a time-traveling mutant killed off Professor Charles Xavier, allowing Apocalypse to run rampant.
    — Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Revealing the strategy, agility, confidence and resilience will outshine chronology.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of chronology
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  • These observations come from some of the most prominent people in the country.
    — John Blake, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The same can be said for Kansas City’s core of hitters, and his observations make sense.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of observation
Noun
  • Meanwhile, the national median rent was $1,388 per month as of July 2026, according to a separate report from apartment search platform Apartment List.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Relatives of sailors on board the carrier have described reports of deteriorating conditions and morale.
    — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of report
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  • Supporters of Beaver’s Mini Mart have attacked Buc-ee’s online and boycotted the stores, and the mini mart's home city passed a resolution making the beaver an official part of its history.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • To stay here is to sleep among centuries of history—something the property is eager to remind you of at every turn.
    — Katie Silcox, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of history
Noun
  • The surge in public interest in the case has resulted in a wave of online scrutiny aimed at someone who by all accounts, is not a suspect.
    — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The account marks a sharp turn from where Hansen left things only days earlier.
    — Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of account

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“Commentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commentary. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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