as in commentary
a written explanation, observation, etc. that is added to something (such as a book)
The translator's annotations to the text explain some of its cultural and historical context.
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Recent Examples of annotation
Scaling annotation efforts without sacrificing quality is difficult, especially given the pace at which AI technologies are evolving.
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Siobhan Hanna, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Across the nearly six-foot-tall Columbus Circle, NYC II, small x marks and annotations in black pen indicate observations from a two-week field study in 2017.
—Mara Hoberman, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025
Notice the two above-average volume bars that occurred on strong positive days with the green and red annotations.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2025
The annotations on each chart depict a very bullish setup, three different ways.
—Carter Braxton Worth, CNBC, 31 Jan. 2025
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Siobhan Hanna, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Across the nearly six-foot-tall Columbus Circle, NYC II, small x marks and annotations in black pen indicate observations from a two-week field study in 2017.
—Mara Hoberman, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025
Notice the two above-average volume bars that occurred on strong positive days with the green and red annotations.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2025
The annotations on each chart depict a very bullish setup, three different ways.
—Carter Braxton Worth, CNBC, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for annotation
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This informed discussion, commentary and critical discourse – along with the news stories that provide the general public with a window into the buzz of the festival – are as much part of cinema culture’s ecosystem as the films themselves.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025
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The quiet death of movie culture by Ellis Jamal Sutton Filmmaker Ellis Jamal Sutton may just be starting out, but his recent commentary on the state of cinema for his substack, Notes from the Studio, speaks to an awareness that will get him (and possibly you) very far.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
12 May 2025
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But since their places were confirmed on Monday, almost half have gotten rid of their holdings, whether by selling the coins or transferring them to different wallets, a WIRED analysis shows.—
Joel Khalili,
Wired News,
16 May 2025
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These services include research, analysis, advising, consulting, benchmarking, acquisition matchmaking and video and speaking sponsorships.—
Robert Kramer,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Knight appeared to call out Combs while attending the Source Awards in August 1995, making critical remarks about a music producer who makes frequent appearances in his artists' songs and music videos, which Combs was known to do.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Here’s an overview of what each management team spoke about, along with our take on their remarks.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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There was no immediate Israeli comment on the latest strikes.—
WAFAA SHURAFA,
Time,
11 May 2025
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His attorney, Yu, did not respond to a request for comment, but Wilson framed it as an encouraging development.—
Keri Blakinger,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2025
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For a few seconds, save for a piano playing a few pensive notes, there was silence.—
Edwin Goei,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2025
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Payne’s note to agency employees listed two email addresses — one belonging to the EPA and one to the Office of Personnel Management — where EPA employees could send details about DEI efforts.—
Mark Olalde,
ProPublica,
16 May 2025
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“Annotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annotation. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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