1
as in cites
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 references
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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as in commendations
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 mentions
Tony Vanderhoef, Sun Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Lee also mentions that her queen-size mattress is pretty high, around 15 inches, and the sheets don’t ride up or bunch on the sides.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026
The text message mentions things like the motorist's driving privileges will be suspended for 30 days, or that they will be prosecuted and their credit score will be affected.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
June interrogates him about Frankenstein and mentions the creature being forced to do another’s bidding.
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
The report mentions Bedouin civilians, including children and elderly people, being shot and killed while fleeing on foot, and a case where two men's bodies were left hanging at the gate of a village for days.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
The violation petition also mentions Conley’s presence at the EZ Lounge and that he was wounded.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Krebs mentions an ordeal that galvanized her in just that way.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 19 Mar. 2026
Hell’s Army mentions that the global rise of mercenaries is continuing.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Government records on Epstein include mentions of the first lady and her husband, and photos of them.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
That was roughly four times as high as the mentions of any other topic.
—Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
Tracking rice forward in time in Europe, after the initial mentions of rice in ancient Greek sources, rice cultivation likely first took firm root in the Iberian peninsula beginning in the 12th and 13th centuries, and the crop quickly spread across the continent.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
The first thing anyone who knows Malik Willis and the quarterback’s unique skill set mentions are his legs.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
He's heard mentions that students could even be suspended.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Other mentions appear for ninth and 11th graders.
—Kristy Hutchings, Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
Municipal governments and agencies from the Bay Area to Phoenix, Denver and Texas are removing statues, renaming his holiday (March 31) and cutting mentions from history classes and beyond.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
What almost nobody mentions in these fights is that the filibuster was never designed at all.
—Tony Vanderhoef, Sun Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Lee also mentions that her queen-size mattress is pretty high, around 15 inches, and the sheets don’t ride up or bunch on the sides.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026
The text message mentions things like the motorist's driving privileges will be suspended for 30 days, or that they will be prosecuted and their credit score will be affected.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
June interrogates him about Frankenstein and mentions the creature being forced to do another’s bidding.
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
The report mentions Bedouin civilians, including children and elderly people, being shot and killed while fleeing on foot, and a case where two men's bodies were left hanging at the gate of a village for days.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
The violation petition also mentions Conley’s presence at the EZ Lounge and that he was wounded.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Krebs mentions an ordeal that galvanized her in just that way.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 19 Mar. 2026
Hell’s Army mentions that the global rise of mercenaries is continuing.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
Search for the specific rule your HOA mentions.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Government records on Epstein include mentions of the first lady and her husband, and photos of them.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
That was roughly four times as high as the mentions of any other topic.
—Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
Tracking rice forward in time in Europe, after the initial mentions of rice in ancient Greek sources, rice cultivation likely first took firm root in the Iberian peninsula beginning in the 12th and 13th centuries, and the crop quickly spread across the continent.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
The first thing anyone who knows Malik Willis and the quarterback’s unique skill set mentions are his legs.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
He's heard mentions that students could even be suspended.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Other mentions appear for ninth and 11th graders.
—Kristy Hutchings, Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
Municipal governments and agencies from the Bay Area to Phoenix, Denver and Texas are removing statues, renaming his holiday (March 31) and cutting mentions from history classes and beyond.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentions
Verb
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In contrast, Gen X cites rising ticket prices, fewer appealing releases, and better at-home options as reasons for going less often.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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The complaint cites four other fire officials who were placed on leave.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Gallrein received several commendations while serving, including four Bronze Star Medals and two Presidential Unit Citations.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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Also presented with various commendations during the 2025 induction ceremony were Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Thom Bell and Lenny Waronker.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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The breach raises new questions about how long attackers can remain inside critical healthcare systems before anyone notices.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Former Arizona guard Matt Muehlebach notices similarities during games.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Individual awards such as Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Newcomer of the Year and Coach of the Year will be released throughout the week.—
Charles Baggarly
April 6,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
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Other times, loyalty programs dramatically adjust the cost of awards, such as Hyatt’s recent addition of new price tiers, which was announced in February and goes into effect in May.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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According to Crock-Pot’s brand site, the FDA specifies allowable amounts of lead, cadmium, and other substances, and its products meet or exceed those FDA requirements.—
Callie Sumlin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Apr. 2026
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But instead, what the public saw was a term sheet that specifies at a very high level, a very weak settlement that really cements Live Nation's dominance, that will cement Live Nation's technology as the preferred ticketing infrastructure.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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No citations have been issued at this time.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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The losing attorney did as she was told — including Bonar’s citations as noted by the judge.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Game notes Rangers bats struggled for most of Saturday’s game with only four hits in the game but rallied and had runners on the corners with two outs in the ninth inning and Evan Carter up to bat.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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From a pricing perspective, BYD is expected to strategically position the Great Tang below key models within its broader portfolio to prevent overlap with premium offerings such as the Denza N8L and Denza N9, CarNewsChina notes.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But an acknowledgments section is meant to thank and honor those who supported a writer along their path to publication.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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On publication of the manuscript, the ghostwriter is typically named, albeit obliquely – perhaps identified as a friend or consultant in the acknowledgments section.—
Emily Hodgson Anderson,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentions. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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