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as in cited
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments
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as in quoted
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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Recent Examples of mentioned
When the investigator asked for a spreadsheet documenting removals, mentioned in testimony by several supervisors, the agency’s then-adult protection director in Miami emailed a copy.
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Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
The first time burritos were mentioned was around 1895, Noe Alcala, executive chef of Lucia Mexican Grill at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, told USA TODAY.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
As previously mentioned, Meevee targets a preschool audience — specifically kids two to six — pretty much the only ages parents can (and should) be in sole control of their children’s screen time anyway.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
So that’s why my book is mentioned so many times now, because it’s literally called out on those pages.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
During the FaceTime call, Emile Konig said, his father never mentioned having to defend himself.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Last week, in an acceptance speech at the iHeart Radio Music Awards, Swift mentioned the powerful, often negative force that the internet can be.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2026
Following the game, a reporter mentioned the San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama had made his case for MVP, and asked Luka what his would be.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The Dream Stele has been mentioned in previous claims through the years.
—Ryan Brennan
april 1, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
The first time burritos were mentioned was around 1895, Noe Alcala, executive chef of Lucia Mexican Grill at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, told USA TODAY.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
As previously mentioned, Meevee targets a preschool audience — specifically kids two to six — pretty much the only ages parents can (and should) be in sole control of their children’s screen time anyway.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
So that’s why my book is mentioned so many times now, because it’s literally called out on those pages.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
During the FaceTime call, Emile Konig said, his father never mentioned having to defend himself.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Last week, in an acceptance speech at the iHeart Radio Music Awards, Swift mentioned the powerful, often negative force that the internet can be.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2026
Following the game, a reporter mentioned the San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama had made his case for MVP, and asked Luka what his would be.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The Dream Stele has been mentioned in previous claims through the years.
—Ryan Brennan
april 1, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentioned
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But Morath has cited the district’s overall below-average performance on the STAAR exams, which will need to improve before the state will return local control.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Shen cited environmental pollution and cost of living concerns as the driving forces behind the movement.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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An intimate concert by Sir Paul McCartney in Los Angeles has captured fans’ attention after an online post highlighted just how many high-profile celebrities were packed into the same room—and what some fans noticed beyond the music itself.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The nationality of the third was not specified.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Paddack noted how Sandy Alcantara came to him in the dugout and gave him words of encouragement.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Dieppa noted that about 17 million cars pass through Chamblee every month.—
Leondra Head,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Prices are typically quoted per troy ounce, which is slightly heavier than a standard ounce.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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Leaders from Intuit, Salesforce, Box, and others have all been quoted defending the role of SaaS in the emerging universe of AI.—
Leagh Turner,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Military officials have indicated the demolitions will continue across the border zone.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Two days later, a GI study indicated gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly eosinophilic esophagitis.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Mentioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentioned. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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