jotting (down)

present participle of jot (down)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jotting (down)
Verb
  • One play after recording an interception, Casarez-McCampbell found senior Ben Thrun breaking free on a 40-yard touchdown catch.
    Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
  • James had been a dominant presence during the Chargers’ 20-9 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 2, recording seven tackles.
    Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After logging nine points and having a plus-minus rating of minus-6 in 21 regular-season games, Jones logged nine points (four goals, five assists) and had a plus-11 rating in 23 Stanley Cup playoff games while averaging a team-high 25 minutes 30 seconds of ice time per game.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
  • They also can be accessed by logging in on a web browser.
    Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While writing down lists may not work for everyone, and journaling may seem like yet another task to complete, Sandbech believes your mind deserves the same opportunity for self-care as any other part of your body.
    Asif Burhan, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Some coping mechanisms include grounding techniques like deep breathing, writing down thoughts and feelings, and talking with trusted people.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Fans also claimed there were issues in reporting the seriousness of the situation to stewards, that the first defibrillator brought to treat Mark ran out of battery after two shocks and that there was a span of 20 minutes between his collapse and oxygen being provided.
    Steve Madeley, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Now, the threat has crept further westward, with Poland reporting a swarm of up to 21 drones crossing from Belarus and Ukraine into Polish territory earlier this month and directing accusations toward Russia, which has denied responsibility.
    Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • But many of the available tools are focused on reducing administrative burden by transcribing clinical visits, drafting notes and formulating appeal letters.
    Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
  • But voicemails also have a blue dot next to the red phone number or name (along with text summarizing or transcribing the voicemail underneath if those settings are active).
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The pair took full advantage and ground their way in the final from the top half, setting down Wazir & Blanco in the semis with a come-from-behind win.
    Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The New York Giants recorded their first win of the 2025 NFL season in Week 4, taking down the previously unbeaten Los Angeles Chargers 21-18 on Sunday.
    Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Dual katanas are strong against polearms while odachis specialize in taking down adversaries wielding heavy weapons.
    Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Worth noting Despite being eliminated from postseason contention, the Giants plan to keep catcher Jesus Rodriguez on the taxi squad instead of activating him to make his major-league debut.
    Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 27 Sep. 2025
  • The agency does not include any exemptions for outdoor technical textiles, noting that there are ample PFAS-free alternatives available that offer similar performance capabilities.
    Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 26 Sep. 2025
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“Jotting (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jotting%20%28down%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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