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
Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 9 May 2025
Green Tassel Outdoor Rug $58 at Walmart An outdoor rug is an effortless way to cozy up your patio space for the summer (and not to mention grounds the design as a whole).
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
His impact on Tunisia was such that after a first mention in a Variety article in 1975, Ben Ammar’s work was the focus of a multi-page spotlight penned by Variety’s Rome bureau chief Hank Werba in 1980.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 May 2025
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Verb
Industrial gases are used in all kinds of commercial applications, from energy to food and beverage to health care to electronics — just to mention a few.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 9 May 2025
Green Tassel Outdoor Rug $58 at Walmart An outdoor rug is an effortless way to cozy up your patio space for the summer (and not to mention grounds the design as a whole).
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
Noun
There also are surely legal reasons for Baltimore omitting any mention of Tucker’s off-field allegations in DeCosta’s statement, as well.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
His impact on Tunisia was such that after a first mention in a Variety article in 1975, Ben Ammar’s work was the focus of a multi-page spotlight penned by Variety’s Rome bureau chief Hank Werba in 1980.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Dempsey-Beggs’ boss noticed her nervousness and pulled her aside, asking what the alarm was.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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He's also noticed that workers often shovel coal in bouts, working hard in teams of two or three, and then all taking breaks together.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
18 May 2025
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Two big footwear stocks The Wall Street Journal reports, citing people familiar, that Dick’s Sporting Goods is getting close to buying Foot Locker .—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
15 May 2025
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Organizers cited fundraising shortfalls as the cause for cancellation.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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Those issued commendations and special recognition from the Lake County Sheriff’s Department include patrol officers Matt Anderson, John Garreffa and Morgan Kral.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2025
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Throughout her career, Jun has garnered several accolades, including best actress gongs for her TV and cinema roles as well as a commendation for her cultural contribution from South Korea’s prime minister in 2015.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The developer doesn’t specify any further system requirements.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
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Martin did not specify which pardons were under review, but his remarks suggest the Trump administration could challenge or investigate the legality of some of Biden’s final clemency decisions before leaving office in January.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2025
Verb
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For now, the following three attractions are excluded: Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Mine-Cart Madness Dragon Racer’s Rally Guests should note that the free Express Passes included with stays at select Universal Orlando resorts may not be used at Epic Universe.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Scientists noted that the fossil showed the presence of specialized feathers called tertials on both wings.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2025
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The one-time $60 million equity award is in non-qualified stock options that will vest after three years, with no additional annual equity awards during the first three years of his employment.—
Sriparna Roy,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communications has administered the awards since 1940, meaning that the Peabodys predate the Emmy Awards by eight years.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
14 May 2025
Verb
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
18 May 2025
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If most discussions are dominated by a few voices, or if disagreement is rare, that may indicate low psychological safety—regardless of what survey responses say.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
Noun
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The left side of the case is packed with the sisters’ trophies, medals and plaques from their careers playing the sport, which is similar to floor hockey.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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What To Know On Monday, Adam Kadyrov, 17, was awarded a commemorative medal marking the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Akhmat-Grozny OMON, a special police unit.—
Isabel van Brugen,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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