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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
But similarly to the three-man lineup mentioned above, Orlando’s starting quintet has played the fewest amount of minutes (126) compared to the other 31 five-man lineups from around the league on that list.
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Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026
Over nine episodes, Baber’s two-Zodiac-killer theory has not been mentioned, nor have the Atlanta child murders.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
Similarly, the Fiscal Policy Institute study previously mentioned shows that in 2023, earners in the top 1% migrated out of New York less frequently than those in all other income groups.
—Christopher Marquis, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
In an open-response section, several Ball State professors mentioned concerns with adequately preparing students.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 18 Feb. 2026
What are the problematic policing techniques likely to be mentioned?
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 18 Feb. 2026
Four Arizona sites are mentioned in the complaint, including Grand Canyon National Park.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
People relate to seeing their dogs perk up when walks are mentioned, Sheena said.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Sanchez mentioned that five other European countries had joined Spain in enforcing stricter rules on social media platforms.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026
Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026
Over nine episodes, Baber’s two-Zodiac-killer theory has not been mentioned, nor have the Atlanta child murders.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
Similarly, the Fiscal Policy Institute study previously mentioned shows that in 2023, earners in the top 1% migrated out of New York less frequently than those in all other income groups.
—Christopher Marquis, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
In an open-response section, several Ball State professors mentioned concerns with adequately preparing students.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 18 Feb. 2026
What are the problematic policing techniques likely to be mentioned?
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 18 Feb. 2026
Four Arizona sites are mentioned in the complaint, including Grand Canyon National Park.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
People relate to seeing their dogs perk up when walks are mentioned, Sheena said.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Sanchez mentioned that five other European countries had joined Spain in enforcing stricter rules on social media platforms.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentioned
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Lawmakers in New Mexico also cited the intense immigration enforcement efforts in Minnesota as a reason to limit cooperation with ICE.—
David A. Lieb,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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McCarty, in a statement, cited Matsui’s ability to secure federal funding for projects such as a $300 million infrastructure repair for the I Street bridge that connects West Sacramento to downtown’s Railyards.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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Stamos-Buesig in turn noticed problems with the group’s bank records and contacted the district attorney’s office, according to both prosecutors and Stamos-Buesig.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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As many fans have noticed, Muffin and all of the kids in the show grow up over time.—
Miranda Rake,
Parents,
19 Feb. 2026
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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After publication, the spokesperson also specified that Ruemmler didn’t see Epstein as the victim in this matter.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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And in a recent assessment of the chances for a Supreme Court vacancy, Washington consultant Bruce Mehlman noted that all of the justices are well-below the average age of 79 for those who’ve stepped down in recent years.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Tamony also noted an increasing interest in climbing roses and roses in containers, as well as plenty of interest in pinks as a single-color accent to the green foliage.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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The men stole valuables before attacking Van Dyke, according to Costa Rican authorities quoted by the news site.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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According to Hebrew media, which was quoted by the Times of Israel, Eden was found lifeless in an Athens hotel on Sunday by her brother.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2026
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Divided Federal Reserve officials at their January meeting indicated that further interest rate cuts should be paused for now but could resume later in the year only if inflation cooperates.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2026
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Osta indicated there are no increases planned for the foreseeable future.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Mentioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentioned. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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