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
Office of Management and Budget policy prohibits executive branch officials from commenting on such releases early and in fact forbids public statements until 30 minutes after the release.
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
Office of Management and Budget policy bars executive branch officials from commenting on or releasing market-moving economic statistics prior to their official publication, and also prohibits public statements until at least 30 minutes after release.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
The Mexican government has avoided commenting on its future plans.
—María Verza, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
The Inspector General's office has a policy of not commenting on — or confirming — requests for investigation.
—Scott MacFarlane, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Hapag-Lloyd never denied the reports despite not commenting on the speculation, which set off the workers’ union at ZIM as well as other groups including Israel’s Naval Officers’ Union and its largest national trade labor group, the Histadrut.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, a third person commenting on King’s post made a pointed reference to another King controversy, when she was similarly accused of being clueless about her privilege.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
As Sheetz expands, people around the state have mixed opinions, with some metro Detroiters both excited to line up outside new stores on opening days and others publicly commenting strong opposition to the gas stations coming to their communities.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 31 Dec. 2025
Millie Bobby Brown is standing up for herself against headlines commenting on her appearance.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
Office of Management and Budget policy bars executive branch officials from commenting on or releasing market-moving economic statistics prior to their official publication, and also prohibits public statements until at least 30 minutes after release.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
The Mexican government has avoided commenting on its future plans.
—María Verza, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
The Inspector General's office has a policy of not commenting on — or confirming — requests for investigation.
—Scott MacFarlane, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Hapag-Lloyd never denied the reports despite not commenting on the speculation, which set off the workers’ union at ZIM as well as other groups including Israel’s Naval Officers’ Union and its largest national trade labor group, the Histadrut.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, a third person commenting on King’s post made a pointed reference to another King controversy, when she was similarly accused of being clueless about her privilege.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
As Sheetz expands, people around the state have mixed opinions, with some metro Detroiters both excited to line up outside new stores on opening days and others publicly commenting strong opposition to the gas stations coming to their communities.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 31 Dec. 2025
Millie Bobby Brown is standing up for herself against headlines commenting on her appearance.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commenting
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Rubio recalled the tight security cooperation between Havana and Caracas, remarking that Cuban agents had infiltrated Venezuelan spy agencies and provided personal security to Maduro.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
3 Jan. 2026
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Several followers left complimentary messages, with many remarking on her confidence and youthful appearance.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
28 Dec. 2025
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Internal fractures revealed in responses The survey also found that nearly 89% of Venezuelans believe Maduro was betrayed by members of his own government, reflecting deep internal fractures within the former ruling camp.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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This spot is perfect for relaxing and reflecting on the serenity all around.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
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Although not a belt bag, this structured mini tote bag is worth noting.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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Legal experts have said a life sentence is more likely than execution, noting that South Korea has not carried out a death penalty since 1997.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
14 Jan. 2026
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Tuesday’s discussion included a question and answer session, which turned into several attendees opining about the criminal justice system more generally, along with other topics.—
Ryan Oehrli
January 7,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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With a $50 million bounty on his head, the CIA openly active in Caracas and US forces mustering in the Caribbean, pundits and politicians throughout the Americas are opining on the Venezuelan president’s fate.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
22 Nov. 2025
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Reyes defended the compensation, saying it was negotiated in good faith.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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But Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other officials disputed the DHS claims, saying videos showed the woman driving away from agents, not aiming at them.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Commenting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commenting. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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