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
Jennifer Brookland, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2025
As mentioned, Rubio’s new comments land a day before Canada’s April 28 federal election, which could see a new leader in place for negotiations about tariffs with the United States.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 27 Apr. 2025
Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025
There was no mention in the letter of building a new municipal complex.
—Mackenzie Farkus, Christian Science Monitor, 23 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Bui’s boss at Fort Sill mentioned that his father-in-law had been an airman who worked on those planes.
—Jennifer Brookland, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2025
As mentioned, Rubio’s new comments land a day before Canada’s April 28 federal election, which could see a new leader in place for negotiations about tariffs with the United States.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 27 Apr. 2025
Noun
There was no mention of any casting choices, although rumors circulated late last year about Austin Butler being eyed for the lead.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025
There was no mention in the letter of building a new municipal complex.
—Mackenzie Farkus, Christian Science Monitor, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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After his College Hill debut, his skin cleared up and people noticed.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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Turn Overcoming Fear Into A Daily Game Make it into a game to notice your vulnerabilities and find your courage.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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For example, Lee cites a client who put butterfly wallpaper in the entryway closet where her kids store their coats and shoes.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Her attorney cited Sayegh’s nine years of police work and previously clean record for justifying rehabilitation.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
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According to her official bio, Chatfield was the recipient of numerous honors, including the Distinguished Service Medal, the Bronze Star and commendation medals from the Navy, Army and Air Force.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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To receive commendation from such a fairy godmother was not just a joy but a serious professional boost, and Macdonald’s reputation soared.—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Live Local Act is known as the Mixed-Use Multifamily Development under the city’s code, which specifies that project approval be administrative, allowing developers to bypass much of government bureaucracy.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
1 May 2025
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Additionally, the home provides type not specified.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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The researchers also noted that 16% of all breast cancer cases can be linked to drinking alcohol.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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As Southern critics noted at the time, for the wrong reasons but not with the wrong logic, the American Revolution was itself an act of secession—from a functioning and successful union.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Blue Ivy has been involved in several significant moments in her mother's career, including appearances at award shows and in music videos.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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This follows two previous waves of cancellations, in April, that terminated over a thousand awards.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
2 May 2025
Verb
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McFarland claimed 2,000 tickets were available for the festival, but shared permits indicated that only space for 250 people had been obtained.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause remains undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Pally was courtside for the game and subsequent medal ceremony when cameras caught Curry tossing up a Mr. Throwback reference — chubby cheeks — from the podium.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2025
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Nobody will be giving out any medals when Blue Origin’s eleventh crewed space flight leaves the ground.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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