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
Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
Among the most frequently mentioned were Hillsborough, Broward and Orange counties.
—Jeffrey S. Solochek, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
Jeff Howe, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Going into the night, Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s supernatural meditation on American history and race, led the film nominations with a commanding 17 nods, including best picture, director, and multiple acting mentions.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 5 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Demary became the first UConn player to ever register 20 points and 15 assists in a single game with his 23-point, 15-assist effort Wednesday night, not to mention the five steals and only one turnover.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
Among the most frequently mentioned were Hillsborough, Broward and Orange counties.
—Jeffrey S. Solochek, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
Daniel Jones deserves a mention, too.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Going into the night, Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s supernatural meditation on American history and race, led the film nominations with a commanding 17 nods, including best picture, director, and multiple acting mentions.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 5 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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The theft wasn't noticed until a store employee saw that the entire caviar section was empty, which led management to check their security cameras.—
Michele Gile,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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One game, Jordan Ross, his roommate, noticed that Jake was too late to rotate over on a double-team from the baseline side on a drive.—
Mirin Fader,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Indonesian government cited security and safety concerns for denying the visas, but an Israel Gymnastics Federation (IGF) spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital that the country's security team gave clearance to its athletes.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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In one example cited in the indictment, Clase allegedly invited a bettor to a game against the Boston Red Sox in April and spoke with him by phone just before taking the mound.—
NPR,
NPR,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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His personnel file includes 45 commendation letters.—
Monroe Trombly,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Jan. 2026
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She was honored with numerous commendations, including the Chief of Department Award for her professionalism and outstanding service.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
26 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The guidelines include changes to alcohol recommendations, no longer specifying appropriate limits for men and women.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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It was not specified whether any weapons were involved in the fight.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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And according to most sportsbooks, as of Wednesday evening, McMillan is the runaway favorite to win the end-of-year award.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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That makes the very idea of awards in literature filled with landmines.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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What’s more, observers noted that Lavrov was the only permanent member of the Security Council to miss the meeting.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Lively’s disclosure notes that her damages figure is preliminary, and subject to proof via expert testimony at trial.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The move is one of the county’s most forceful acknowledgements that a lack of access to affordable, nutritious food is a systemic crisis.—
April Quevedo,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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That was one last flourish of self-laceration, and there is definitely a matching strain of masochism in Hopkins—not so much a relish of suffering as a rueful acknowledgment that earthly woe is our due.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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This week, Walker County Coroner Joey Vick said that preliminary autopsy findings indicate that Johnathan Boley’s death is consistent with hypothermia, Fox affiliate WBRC, ABC affiliate WBMA and NBC affiliate WVTM reported.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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In fact, earlier research indicates that such training could be detrimental, inspiring burnout.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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