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
Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
His comments come as concerns mount over the possibility of AI replacing jobs and worries that the tech is moving too quickly.
—Annie Palmer,samantha Subin,ashley Capoot, CNBC, 1 June 2026
The criticism came seven months after Kimmel's talk show was suspended from the air after the comedian made comments about political activist Charlie Kirk's assassination.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Pelley, Whitaker and Stahl did not respond to queries last week asking for their comments on the show’s next steps.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 1 June 2026
That simple request racked up more than 1,000 reactions and comments as of June 1.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
According to a report from the New York Post, Hudson suggested Williams had been excluded from certain team promotional content because of his religious views and past public comments.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The department’s statement did not address where the team might stay, or Sheinbaum’s comments.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
The comments come amid ongoing negotiations to end the war in Iran.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
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
This week, Dimon released his annual letter to shareholders - a document that comments on banking issues and also assesses risks to the economy, from inflation to the war in Iran.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
After Juancho leaves the house, everyone comments on his physical appearance.
—Xitlalic Montelongo, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
While noirs, of course, critique the crumbling American Dream, Rivera slyly comments on politics.
—Sammy Loren, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
To critics, Harden's comments illustrated how economic incentives can outweigh public commitments to free expression when China is involved.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
His comments come as concerns mount over the possibility of AI replacing jobs and worries that the tech is moving too quickly.
—Annie Palmer,samantha Subin,ashley Capoot, CNBC, 1 June 2026
The criticism came seven months after Kimmel's talk show was suspended from the air after the comedian made comments about political activist Charlie Kirk's assassination.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Pelley, Whitaker and Stahl did not respond to queries last week asking for their comments on the show’s next steps.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 1 June 2026
That simple request racked up more than 1,000 reactions and comments as of June 1.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
According to a report from the New York Post, Hudson suggested Williams had been excluded from certain team promotional content because of his religious views and past public comments.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The department’s statement did not address where the team might stay, or Sheinbaum’s comments.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
The comments come amid ongoing negotiations to end the war in Iran.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
Verb
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
This week, Dimon released his annual letter to shareholders - a document that comments on banking issues and also assesses risks to the economy, from inflation to the war in Iran.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
After Juancho leaves the house, everyone comments on his physical appearance.
—Xitlalic Montelongo, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
While noirs, of course, critique the crumbling American Dream, Rivera slyly comments on politics.
—Sammy Loren, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comments
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Issues have featured commentary from the likes of Republican Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, former Republican Florida Governor Jeb Bush, Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar and prominent conservative voices from across Latin America.—
Daniel Rivero,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2026
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Federal law protects certain uses of a celebrity’s image and likeness in cases involving parody, criticism, commentary and news reporting.—
Daryl Lim,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
Verb
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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
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When contacted for comment, a Trader Joe's representative referred Fox News Digital to Palbaum's podcast remarks.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Other vendors prepare street food that reflects the diversity of the San Fernando Valley, and live entertainment from local bands ties it all together, making the Encino Farmers Market a joyous ritual.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
26 May 2026
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De Rycker argued that Perceptic’s approach reflects a broader pattern in enterprise AI, in which platforms increasingly unify workflows and data across multiple departments rather than offering standalone tools.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Jean notes that the country’s chances of qualifying for the World Cup had been statistically low, while Italy — widely expected to qualify — did not.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2026
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Success, Podsednik notes, extends beyond attendance numbers.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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