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
Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 16 June 2026
Hokit, who has a history of making tasteless comments after his fights, including the same Obama jab, drew mixed reaction from the UFC Freedom 250 crowd — and also from social media users, with some repeating the false claim in the comments on Hokit’s Instagram page and others chiding it.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
And while there's no interest rate cut expected this week, that doesn't mean that the interest rate climate still won't be impacted, especially after comments made by new chairman Kevin Warsh at the conclusion of the meeting have a chance to reverberate through the economy.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 15 June 2026
There are nearly 400 comments under that one post from Bob.
—Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 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
In these, there are a significant number of comments using America as a source of laughter.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Pelley heard those comments, evidently for the first time, during his emotional first interview after the firing.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
Many fans in the comments of Dieztzen's post shared excitement to see Pearette, who has intentionally withdrawn from the spotlight in recent years.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 8 June 2026
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
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
Noun
Vote on the choices below and visit the comments section to weigh in.
—Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 16 June 2026
Hokit, who has a history of making tasteless comments after his fights, including the same Obama jab, drew mixed reaction from the UFC Freedom 250 crowd — and also from social media users, with some repeating the false claim in the comments on Hokit’s Instagram page and others chiding it.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
And while there's no interest rate cut expected this week, that doesn't mean that the interest rate climate still won't be impacted, especially after comments made by new chairman Kevin Warsh at the conclusion of the meeting have a chance to reverberate through the economy.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 15 June 2026
There are nearly 400 comments under that one post from Bob.
—Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 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
In these, there are a significant number of comments using America as a source of laughter.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Pelley heard those comments, evidently for the first time, during his emotional first interview after the firing.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
Many fans in the comments of Dieztzen's post shared excitement to see Pearette, who has intentionally withdrawn from the spotlight in recent years.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Verb
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comments
Noun
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The Texas judge said his goal was to prevent outside commentary and public pressure from influencing the proceedings or the jury.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.—
Tom Reinsfelder,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 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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This World Cup, like Yamal’s sentiments, reflects FIFA’s determination to chart a new course and, as its critics charge, a disregard for the sport’s past and its millions of fans.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Nothing that reflects the sheer abjection of the murderous dog pounds of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries or the many individual cruelties visited upon dogs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Mauboussin notes that investors must consider probabilities when investing in a stock, since significant losses and a few winners are likely drivers of investment success and failure.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Tony O’Neill, gardening author and founder of Simplify Gardening, notes that sedum also provides late-season interest where many other drought-tolerant plants don’t.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
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