as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
the pundit's comments on the political events of the previous week were astute as usual
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as in remarks
to make a statement of one's opinion
commenting on recent developments in the Middle East
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Recent Examples of comments
Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Or means that any comments are supposedly hypocritical.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
They have also been widely condemned by antisemitism watchdogs, the university and government officials — some of whom suggested that his comments should prevent him from being hired anywhere.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
The comments on the View proceeding are due July 6.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
Blouin has since apologized for his comments.
—Saige Miller, NPR, 22 June 2026
Vance, in his first comments since the first round of negotiations concluded, said Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspectors into the country and conversations over the inspections possibly beginning as soon as this week.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Vote on the choices below and visit the comments section to weigh in.
—Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 16 June 2026
The Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife did not respond to emails seeking comments on the concerns about Dinosaur Valley.
—Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 June 2026
Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
When asked about Trump’s order, a Hawley spokesperson directed The Star to comments the Republican senator made last week in support of it as a safety measure.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
Diaz-Rosillo himself frequently comments on Latin American politics and elections in local media.
—Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Murdaugh's attorneys argued in their appeal that comments Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill allegedly made to jurors about Murdaugh and his testimony violated his Sixth Amendment right to a fair and impartial trial.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Set aside 15 minutes once a week to review which posts performed, which comments sparked conversations, and which DMs led to calls.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
The friendship betrayal/love triangle of Ciara Miller, West Wilson, and Amanda Batula is still being dissected through thousands of TikTok and Instagram comments.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2026
The uproar over Timothée Chalamet‘s comments on opera and ballet may have died down, but the star’s Call Me by Your Name director has belatedly come to his defense.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
The National Park Service announced Thursday that comments on the Los Angeles Coastal Area Special Resource Study will now be accepted through May 23.
—City News Service, Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
Noun
His comments represent the clearest indication yet from a state official that the facility may be winding down.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Or means that any comments are supposedly hypocritical.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
They have also been widely condemned by antisemitism watchdogs, the university and government officials — some of whom suggested that his comments should prevent him from being hired anywhere.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
The comments on the View proceeding are due July 6.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
Blouin has since apologized for his comments.
—Saige Miller, NPR, 22 June 2026
Vance, in his first comments since the first round of negotiations concluded, said Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspectors into the country and conversations over the inspections possibly beginning as soon as this week.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Vote on the choices below and visit the comments section to weigh in.
—Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 16 June 2026
The Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife did not respond to emails seeking comments on the concerns about Dinosaur Valley.
—Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 June 2026
Verb
Although everyone comments on her beauty, 17-year-old Fatima prefers to tie her hair back in a ponytail, her bright eyes buried underneath a black ball cap, her body concealed in unflattering tracksuits.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
When asked about Trump’s order, a Hawley spokesperson directed The Star to comments the Republican senator made last week in support of it as a safety measure.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
Diaz-Rosillo himself frequently comments on Latin American politics and elections in local media.
—Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Murdaugh's attorneys argued in their appeal that comments Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill allegedly made to jurors about Murdaugh and his testimony violated his Sixth Amendment right to a fair and impartial trial.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Set aside 15 minutes once a week to review which posts performed, which comments sparked conversations, and which DMs led to calls.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
The friendship betrayal/love triangle of Ciara Miller, West Wilson, and Amanda Batula is still being dissected through thousands of TikTok and Instagram comments.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2026
The uproar over Timothée Chalamet‘s comments on opera and ballet may have died down, but the star’s Call Me by Your Name director has belatedly come to his defense.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
The National Park Service announced Thursday that comments on the Los Angeles Coastal Area Special Resource Study will now be accepted through May 23.
—City News Service, Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comments
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Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who’s winning plaudits for his no-nonsense commentary on Fox Sports during this World Cup, played for clubs like Barcelona, AC Milan, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
20 June 2026
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Rob Schneider, a cast member from 1990-1994 who later branched out into movies, sitcoms and political commentary, is in New Haven on a concert tour.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Attendees seemed keen to squeeze as much networking as possible out of the gala, often chatting with their associates and neighbors during speakers’ remarks.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
6 June 2026
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Yes, remarks those catty modernists made about their host could be less than savory, but Stein wasn’t bothered.—
Emily Cox,
ARTnews.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
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Beyond storytelling, the move reflects Sebago’s ambitions for the American market.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Why China is part of the conversation The initiative also reflects growing concern in Washington over global battery supply chains.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
Verb
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The company further notes that by using an existing licensed facility for production, the project contributes to ongoing efforts to reestablish parts of the domestic nuclear industrial base for long-term energy and mission-critical applications.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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The report notes that road conditions were dry at the time of the rollover, which happened in Dakota County.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
20 June 2026
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“Comments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comments. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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