1
as in to notice
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments
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2
as in to cite
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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as in commendation
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed
received a special mention for her submission to the exhibition of local artists
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Recent Examples of mention
New Atlas, 8 June 2026
Any financial instruments mentioned herein are speculative in nature and may involve risk to principal and interest.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 June 2026
Things like coverage, expert mentions, and authoritative external references.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 June 2026
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Verb
Accessed by double-glass doors, it's arranged around a central living room with the sofa bed mentioned.
—New Atlas, 8 June 2026
Any financial instruments mentioned herein are speculative in nature and may involve risk to principal and interest.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Noun
The logos of France Télévisions or the CNC, as well as mentions of the regions hosting productions, received extremely enthusiastic applause, probably more than usual, as a deliberate act of support.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 June 2026
Things like coverage, expert mentions, and authoritative external references.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Many are noticing the impact their reliance on technology has had on their relationships, and are craving real personal connections.—
Staff Author,
Parents,
7 June 2026
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Some consumers didn't seem to notice, or care.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
Verb
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The legal troubles that shadowed Paxton in public office in Texas are a central attack line of Talarico’s campaign, though in his endorsement, Cogdell didn’t cite concerns about his client’s past.—
Jesse Bedayn,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The city of Durham enacted a 60-day moratorium in May after residents also cited concerns about environmental impacts.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
Noun
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His actions came to light when a letter of commendation was sent to the state by Pamlico County Emergency Services.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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Gold, silver and bronze and honorary commendations will be awarded.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
Verb
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The Sheriff’s Department didn’t specify how many times the man was shot.—
Andrea Klick,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
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Winner is responsible for all applicable federal, state and local taxes, if any, as well as any other costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specified herein as being provided.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Stephenson displayed his versatility again in that award-winning debut year, playing in a number of positions across defence and midfield, but has benefited from more stability in this one.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The postseason awards are coming in for Georgia Tech standout Vahn Lackey.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito and Neil Gorsuch noted their dissent and would have granted the state’s request to overturn the lower courts.—
Abigail Brooks,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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Any other hotel features worth noting?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
Noun
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To me, that spoke to this acknowledgement of the reality of the circumstances.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2026
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The credits, in which only three men’s names are listed alongside a handful of acknowledgments, elicited laughter throughout the theater.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The school official added that the University of Kentucky Police Department was working with the Lexington-Fayette County Coroner, and an initial investigation did not indicate that foul play was involved.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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Coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch have repeatedly indicated that Aiyuk is not expected to resume his career with the 49ers.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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