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
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Apr. 2025
Not to mention, the pink and purple floral print is absolutely to die for.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Elif Batuman, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
Hegseth has aggressively pushed the department to erase DEI programs and online content, but the campaign has been met with questions from angry lawmakers, local leaders and citizens over the removal of military heroes and historic mentions from Defense Department websites and social media pages.
—CBS News, 5 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Not to mention, every MLB team is in action on Sunday.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Apr. 2025
Not to mention, the pink and purple floral print is absolutely to die for.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Noun
At the mention of the acrylic figure, Murata became enthusiastic and started rummaging in one of her bags.
—Elif Batuman, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
Hegseth has aggressively pushed the department to erase DEI programs and online content, but the campaign has been met with questions from angry lawmakers, local leaders and citizens over the removal of military heroes and historic mentions from Defense Department websites and social media pages.
—CBS News, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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According to the Miami Herald, a separate guest stayed in the room with Tillman's dead body in the closet, but didn't notice it.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Correa noticed López motioning toward his leg during a walk of Jonathan India and immediately went to the mound for a visit.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The decision aims to expedite the construction process, which the administration cites as crucial for national security.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Jean Boivin, head of the firm's Investment Institute, downgraded his outlook on U.S. stocks to neutral from overweight, citing rising trade uncertainty.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
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On October 21, Gov. Hobbs held a formal commendation ceremony to recognize the bravery and quick action of those who were vital to the evacuation efforts.—
Skylar Heisey,
The Arizona Republic,
22 Oct. 2024
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Former San Jose Public Art Director Barbara Goldstein appeared before the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors this month to accept a commendation for Womanhood.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Markle did not specify which of her pregnancies was followed by postpartum preeclampsia, but the conversation—a glimpse behind the curtain—is an honest and vulnerable one.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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The bill also gives the Office of the Secretary of Family and Social Services various requirements, including those to report specified Medicaid data to the Medicaid oversight committee.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Swerdlow noted that the affordable and public housing units in his buildings will be indistinguishable from the workforce apartments and that all residents will have access to amenities like gyms, gardens and swimming pools.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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Quinn noted several limitations in Heal the Bay’s data.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For the deluxe to arrive after awards season makes perfect sense on paper.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Apr. 2025
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Her military career spans deployments in the Pacific and Persian Gulf as a helicopter pilot, command of a joint reconstruction team in Afghanistan, and a Bronze Star award.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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As of last May, filings with the state of Texas indicated that 78% of CFP Administration LLC’s ownership was held in equal 15.6% shares by the Big Ten, ACC, SEC, Big 12 and Pac-12.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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The affidavit indicates that officials believe the name is an alias.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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And in fact no US skater would win a medal in short track at those Olympics.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Gone are the tedious, cat and mouse 30-dink rallies of 2023 and 2024; 2025 and these pairs are pedal-to-the-medal, attack at will, power before finesse, and in this observer’s opinion, the watch-ability and televise-ability is improved for it.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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