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
Dana Afana, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Back then, Jassy mentioned that Amazon’s most advanced robotic warehouse in Shreveport, Louisiana reduced fulfillment costs by around 25%.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Carl Anka, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
There is no longer any mention of DVR hardware on the company's website.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Items mentioned in the ban include noncombustible products which can be chewed, absorbed, dissolved or ingested by other means.
—Dana Afana, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Back then, Jassy mentioned that Amazon’s most advanced robotic warehouse in Shreveport, Louisiana reduced fulfillment costs by around 25%.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
Special mention must also be made of Lammens, whose acquisition on transfer deadline day looks to be a season-defining one.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
There is no longer any mention of DVR hardware on the company's website.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Mariah had noticed the young soldier standing alone while everyone else celebrated with loved ones.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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Now is not the time for pastors to wilt or keep our heads down, hoping against hope that we won’t be noticed.—
Rev. Nathan Empsall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In his speech, Van Zile cited an estimate that 60,000 gambling machines are operating in taverns across the state, resulting in millions of dollars in uncollected taxes.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Several people were being treated at the scene after being knocked to the ground and trampled as those in the crowd ran for cover, CNN affiliate KYW reported, citing officials.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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By refusing to specify details of the case, the government keeps the possibility alive of changing their reasoning or their claims to have the same effect for different reasons—just as the mob changes its reasoning for killing Cinna.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
23 Oct. 2025
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The label doesn’t specify the thread count, but the sheets certainly felt soft and luxurious.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Rogers noted that the book argues that a central cause of the war was Anglo settlers’ determination to keep slaves in bondage after Mexico largely abolished it.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Tape nerds will note that Dončić also made six 2s from the left side of the free-throw area.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Awards will include the Tokyo Projects Award, worth $13,300 (JPY2M), selected by an industry jury; the Asian Gen‑Z Award, worth $3,300 (JPY500,000), chosen by a committee of Gen-Z film students; as well as in-kind awards from leading Asian post-production houses White Light and Kongchak.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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However, with award-winning wineries and stunning vistas at every turn, this Canadian gem deserves far more recognition.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The quarterback might touch the $1,000 poker chip or tap his chin or touch his black chips to indicate who at the table had the best hand.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025
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Reason for Wausau's closure isn't clear In the letter, a formal notification that complies with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988, Wausau's group vice president of the snow and ice division, JP Bourque, did not indicate the reason for the company's closure.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Cipressa is a 1984 Olympic gold medalist in team foil and former head coach of Italy’s Olympic foil team, who led the team to three Olympic medals from 2013 to 2021.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Oct. 2025
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But experts say jewelry, coins or medals, meanwhile, are at risk of being lost forever — and quickly.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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