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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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
Charles Baggarly
august 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2025
That’s not to mention the mini traffic jams outside, caused by people lining up to pump gas.
—Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2025
Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 9 Aug. 2025
There was no mention of when the play area might open, and a Fun City representative didn't immediately respond to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's inquiry.
—Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Gates also mentioned the development of Braylen Cunningham, a freshman who already has offers from SMU, Penn State and Texas Tech.
—Charles Baggarly
august 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2025
That’s not to mention the mini traffic jams outside, caused by people lining up to pump gas.
—Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
While few other details were given, there was no mention of Zelensky and Trump has previously indicated Putin would not have to meet with the Ukrainian president before their bilateral meeting.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 9 Aug. 2025
There was no mention of when the play area might open, and a Fun City representative didn't immediately respond to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's inquiry.
—Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Looking over the data for evidence of supernovas, Schulze noticed an object that rapidly increased in brightness 2.2 billion light-years from Earth.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
22 Aug. 2025
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Police noticed that Landum’s truck did not have a front license plate and made contact with the rapper about that problem.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Aug. 2025
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Their reasons are practical and emotional: 76% cited concern for LGBTQ rights in general, while 71% cited hostile social and political environments.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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While some residents reluctantly agreed to sell, others firmly oppose the project, citing concerns about transparency, community impact, and the potential loss of valuable farmland.—
Sarah Henry,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
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The distribution of communion led to Cardinal Re delivering the final commendation and valediction.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
26 Apr. 2025
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Chris Copan was presented with a letter of commendation at the town’s annual Town Meeting for his actions at Woburn District Court on April 14.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
Verb
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The lawsuit seeks compensatory damages and costs, as well as a jury trial, but does not specify an amount.—
Mark Harper,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Using numbers to mark their love timeline is quite fitting, seeing as their wedding program from two years ago also specified exactly how long they had been engaged before tying the knot.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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No sale, clearance, or membership items were noted.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Aug. 2025
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These inspections include checking smoke detectors, noting if egress routes are clearly marked, and checking things such as exit signs and emergency lighting.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The show and Russell have picked up numerous awards nominations, including those for both Emmys and Golden Globes.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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Organisations parented by his vision host serious literary gatherings, confer prestigious awards, build encyclopaedic information on Tamil literature, art and culture, and impart literary, cultural and philosophical education to hundreds of curious minds.—
Priyamvada Ramkumar
August 18,
Literary Hub,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Maxwell pleads ignorance about Epstein's $30 million transfers Blanche asked Maxwell about banking records indicating that Epstein sent her or her entities about $30 million in money over several years.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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That indicates the disease is spreading in the community.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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In the final, Wazir took out Boyer 15-8, 18-16 for his first pro golf medal.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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This June, Snow Capped Cider in Cedaredge won a total of 22 medals, including five platinum, which is the competition’s highest honor, in the Cidercraft Awards.—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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