as in remarking
to make a statement of one's opinion
commenting on recent developments in the Middle East
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Recent Examples of commenting
Stopping on the carpet during Amazon Music's pre-show livestream, Wilson couldn't hold back on commenting about her man — quite literally.
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Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
The bot-detection firm Cyabra analyzed seven days of activity around the ad and determined that 15 percent of the TikTok accounts commenting on it were fake but had created a disproportionately large percentage of the uproar.
—Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Customers also appreciated the easy setup, with one person commenting that weaving the leaves throughout the macramé details helped create a fuller, more natural look.
—Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
The appeals court’s decision to overturn the conviction centers on allegations that Hill improperly influenced jurors by commenting on Murdaugh’s demeanor and pressuring them to reach a verdict.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2026
The utility said the safety board’s rules about ongoing investigations restricted it from commenting further.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Your second 25-minute window goes to commenting.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Neighbors began commenting on how often someone in the household appeared ill.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Trawick, who granted the motion after the verdict, was unable to be interviewed because judicial ethics rules prohibit judges from commenting on pending cases, an Eleventh Judicial Circuit spokesperson said.
—Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
The bot-detection firm Cyabra analyzed seven days of activity around the ad and determined that 15 percent of the TikTok accounts commenting on it were fake but had created a disproportionately large percentage of the uproar.
—Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Customers also appreciated the easy setup, with one person commenting that weaving the leaves throughout the macramé details helped create a fuller, more natural look.
—Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
The appeals court’s decision to overturn the conviction centers on allegations that Hill improperly influenced jurors by commenting on Murdaugh’s demeanor and pressuring them to reach a verdict.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2026
The utility said the safety board’s rules about ongoing investigations restricted it from commenting further.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Your second 25-minute window goes to commenting.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Neighbors began commenting on how often someone in the household appeared ill.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Trawick, who granted the motion after the verdict, was unable to be interviewed because judicial ethics rules prohibit judges from commenting on pending cases, an Eleventh Judicial Circuit spokesperson said.
—Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commenting
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Romney took note of his political journey during his remarks at Monday's celebration, remarking on the bipartisanship that made Romneycare possible.—
Jon Keller,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Best Things to Do Driving, tasting, eating, and remarking about the beauty of this part of California filled our days, and visitors have so many places to see, depending on their interests, from wine to olive oil, craft beer, honey, cheese, and farm-fresh fruit and nuts.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2026
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Borrowing costs for everyday Americans are climbing as a global bond sell-off drives up the price the United States pays to borrow money, reflecting investor fears about surging inflation and the nation’s growing debt burden.—
Andrew Ackerman,
Washington Post,
20 May 2026
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Construction has extended past the reflecting pool, with other portions of the surrounding Mall also blocked off.—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Detmers said no mechanical adjustments were needed to get back on track with scoreless innings in the fourth and fifth, with Suzuki noting there might have been a slight dip in velocity that was short-lived.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
20 May 2026
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While defending their work, WHO officials were careful not to criticize the DRC directly, noting the multiple challenges that have complicated identifying and responding to this epidemic.—
Andrew Joseph,
STAT,
20 May 2026
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Disagreeing with presidential actions is one thing, but opining on the psychology behind his decisions shows ignorance.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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The New York Times is cheering them on, opining in a recent editorial that artificially raising the prices of legal cannabis through higher taxes and fees will dissuade adults from consuming it.—
Paul Armentano,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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The odds usually appeared alone, without referencing any specific sportsbook, but, periodically, text appeared in the ticker saying they were provided by DraftKings.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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Both were wearing fatigues, the chief recalled her saying.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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“Commenting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commenting. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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