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
  • In a Facebook post with nearly 500 likes and 40 comments as of Friday afternoon, the Gagnons spoke about their experience establishing the brewery and its part in the local community.
    — John Magsam, Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Yet the speech didn’t go materially further than Warsh’s comments about rising prices last month, before the central bank elected to hold rates steady.
    — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of comment
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  • 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 deadly wall of water that descended from the mountains on the border between Nepal and Tibet caused destruction at least 62 miles downriver from the border in Nepal, an ABC News analysis of verified video and satellite images shows.
    — Jon Haworth, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Oman’s Environment Authority assessed the affected area at 390 square kilometers on August 10; satellite analysis by SkyTruth’s John Amos suggested a figure of more than 2,000 square kilometers two days later.
    — Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 28 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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  • Official homeless counts show RV numbers plunging in this 400-square-mile expanse, but wild statistical swings and locals’ on-the-ground observations suggest serious miscounts and an illusory improvement.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Since its establishment in 2025, the border task force has conducted tens of thousands of detection and monitoring patrols and thousands of observation flights, the task force said.
    — Mike Stone, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of observation
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  • 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
  • Modern interpreters have read his 10 heads as signifying his vast knowledge of 10 sacred texts, or alternately his 10 ethical failings, but the Ramayana account describes him as 10-headed from birth.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Prosecutors are seeking forfeiture of more than $50 million in cash seized from various accounts related to Ahmed, as well as two Rolls-Royces, a Lamborghini, a Mercedes and three luxury properties in Houston.
    — Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
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“Commentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commentary. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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