as in advertisements
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
busily perusing the job adverts in the Sunday Times
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Recent Examples of adverts
Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
British people often describe American sports as too stop-start and bemoan the amount of adverts.
—Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
To hammer the point home further, the company is releasing a Super Bowl commercial that makes fun of unnamed rivals adding adverts to their AI.
—Dominic Preston, The Verge, 4 Feb. 2026
The finish area stripped of color and the usual sponsor adverts.
—CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
In each case, the adverts were banned, and the companies were warned that any future promotions for any sustainability claims must contain a high level of substantiation.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
The British government said the centers in Southeast Asia used fake job adverts to lure workers, who were then forced to commit online fraud, including love scams and crypto scams, under threat of torture.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2025
Worried about identity theft, infuriated by adverts or just want to stay safe online?
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025
The data, shared exclusively with CNN, shows that about half of the adverts target Russian-speaking foreigners from post-Soviet countries, while the rest are aimed at African nations, India, Bangladesh, Iraq, Yemen and others.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
Noun
Dyer used to love the old Pearl and Dean adverts.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
British people often describe American sports as too stop-start and bemoan the amount of adverts.
—Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
To hammer the point home further, the company is releasing a Super Bowl commercial that makes fun of unnamed rivals adding adverts to their AI.
—Dominic Preston, The Verge, 4 Feb. 2026
The finish area stripped of color and the usual sponsor adverts.
—CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
In each case, the adverts were banned, and the companies were warned that any future promotions for any sustainability claims must contain a high level of substantiation.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
The British government said the centers in Southeast Asia used fake job adverts to lure workers, who were then forced to commit online fraud, including love scams and crypto scams, under threat of torture.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2025
Worried about identity theft, infuriated by adverts or just want to stay safe online?
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025
The data, shared exclusively with CNN, shows that about half of the adverts target Russian-speaking foreigners from post-Soviet countries, while the rest are aimed at African nations, India, Bangladesh, Iraq, Yemen and others.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adverts
Noun
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Ubiquitous advertisements on television and social media, often fronted by celebrities and sports idols, are now often the first exposure to gambling for children.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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They are socialized in a world of makeup tutorials, fashion magazines, and objectifying advertisements—not to mention feminist commentary and pop songs about rejecting or healthily navigating image standards.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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With The Super Mario Galaxy Movie heading toward release, Black’s Tokyo appearance signals that the sequel’s promotional tour is shaping up to be every bit as entertaining as the first.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Some have gone further, publicly chewing khat on the campaign trail, a gesture that signals solidarity and which has become something of a ritual in Kenyan electoral cycles, with aspiring leaders competing to demonstrate the sincerity of their commitment to khat farmers and traders.—
Joseph Maina,
semafor.com,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The price hike, implemented this week, raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 a month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2 a month, according to pricing posted on its website.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Instead of presenting customers a take-it-or-leave-it price hike, Netflix can now steer those on the Standard package toward the lower-cost package with ads.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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While that advice refers primarily to metal utensils, the same principles apply across materials, especially where thin construction can increase the risk of breakage.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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As the state grapples with severe housing shortages, Newsom gave the coastal San Mateo County city, and 14 others, 30 days to respond to the notices before the state refers their cases to the attorney general for potential legal action.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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By the time the president was finished, however, there were no new announcements about the conflict.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Desensitize to loud or unusual noises—play recordings of transit sounds—such as subway announcements or car horns—while offering treats to create positive associations.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The report mentions Bedouin civilians, including children and elderly people, being shot and killed while fleeing on foot, and a case where two men's bodies were left hanging at the gate of a village for days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Many people first hear about this legal and financial status after they're served with a debt lawsuit and an attorney mentions it as a possible defense.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The shift in the industrial building’s property value hints that the site might experience a rise in its assessed valuation.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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However in her statement below about the departures, creator Shonda Rhimes hints that the beloved doctors will get a happy ending.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Adverts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adverts. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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