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
ABC News, 1 May 2026
We're prevented from trading stocks that Jim Cramer mentions on CNBC TV for 72 hours.
—Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 May 2026
The letter mentions there is a problem with depositing your money into your bank and asks you for your account number.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
The brand mentions that the sheets are infused with ingredients like hyaluronic acid to leave your skin feeling dewy and soothed, and Harrison can confidently say this is true.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
The lawsuit mentions 99 unnamed co-conspirators the family aims to seek out for more information about the killing.
—Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 29 Apr. 2026
Jeff mentions at the challenge that this is Jimmy Fallon’s idea.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The lawsuit also mentions the August 2025 increases for the original Switch console, which ranged from $30 to $50 depending on the model.
—ArsTechnica, 22 Apr. 2026
Challenger said the same report mentions that internship employment is up by 4%.
—Marie Saavedra, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Netflix‘s period miniseries Death By Lightning and new comedy Big Mistakes had four mentions apiece to lead the way in nominations for the Gotham Television Awards.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, company earnings calls are increasingly referencing AI in the context of labor, with mentions of displacement rising faster than mentions of job creation.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
In my defense, six weeks might be fewer mentions than those Sabres deserved.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
While there is little information on its origin, the game’s reach has increased significantly since the early 2010s, possibly due, in part, to mentions in shows like iCarly and Gossip Girl.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026
The original article provides a nod toward that, with mentions of metabolic dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and an obesogenic environment, but comes to the conclusion that discussing more behavioral changes with patients will solve those problems.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 11 Apr. 2026
Search for the specific rule your HOA mentions.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 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
Verb
In the past, prosecutions of parents were typically seen in truancy cases since the law specifically mentions their liability, said Lawrence Rosenthal, a law professor at Chapman University.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
We're prevented from trading stocks that Jim Cramer mentions on CNBC TV for 72 hours.
—Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 May 2026
The letter mentions there is a problem with depositing your money into your bank and asks you for your account number.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
The brand mentions that the sheets are infused with ingredients like hyaluronic acid to leave your skin feeling dewy and soothed, and Harrison can confidently say this is true.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
The lawsuit mentions 99 unnamed co-conspirators the family aims to seek out for more information about the killing.
—Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 29 Apr. 2026
Jeff mentions at the challenge that this is Jimmy Fallon’s idea.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The lawsuit also mentions the August 2025 increases for the original Switch console, which ranged from $30 to $50 depending on the model.
—ArsTechnica, 22 Apr. 2026
Challenger said the same report mentions that internship employment is up by 4%.
—Marie Saavedra, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
For travelers seeking inspiration for their summer trips, the latest ranking of The World's 50 Best Beaches, released on April 28, highlights the top global beaches for 2026, with mentions across Thailand, Australia and the Maldives.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Netflix‘s period miniseries Death By Lightning and new comedy Big Mistakes had four mentions apiece to lead the way in nominations for the Gotham Television Awards.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, company earnings calls are increasingly referencing AI in the context of labor, with mentions of displacement rising faster than mentions of job creation.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
In my defense, six weeks might be fewer mentions than those Sabres deserved.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
While there is little information on its origin, the game’s reach has increased significantly since the early 2010s, possibly due, in part, to mentions in shows like iCarly and Gossip Girl.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026
The original article provides a nod toward that, with mentions of metabolic dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and an obesogenic environment, but comes to the conclusion that discussing more behavioral changes with patients will solve those problems.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 11 Apr. 2026
Search for the specific rule your HOA mentions.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentions
Verb
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Greer cites the president’s trade and investment deals with various countries as evidence that the tariffs have allowed the US to extract significant concessions from its trading partners.—
Alex Durante,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit cites studies that toxic contaminants in the herbicide have led to higher rates of birth defects in children of these veterans compared to the general population.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Responding officers receive commendations Also important to note is an investment by the Old Westbury Police paid off.—
Carolyn Gusoff
April 6,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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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
Verb
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These companies typically review your tax balance, IRS notices and filing history, then communicate with the IRS on your behalf.—
Rebecca Safier,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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But Federal Register notices announcing the terminations said country conditions had sufficiently improved.—
Andrea Castillo,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Class Notes The Massachusetts Basketball Coaches Association held its senior awards banquet at Holy Cross Sunday, honoring many of the state’s top basketball players.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
4 May 2026
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Saudi Arabia, which accounts for nearly half of the region’s $2 trillion project pipeline, saw awards fall 51% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
Verb
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The commission also specifies that these tools must be made available free of charge.—
Robert Pearlman,
ArsTechnica,
27 Apr. 2026
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Senga’s $75 million, five-year contract, which runs through the 2027 season, specifies the pitcher cannot be assigned to the minor leagues without his consent.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At Friday’s news conference, Cordero-Stutz said outstanding citations will be dismissed.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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The filing reads remarkably like a Truth Social post, albeit with a few stray legal citations.—
Quinta Jurecic,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
Verb
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Ravanetti notes that this system has operated for more than a century and the bank has never lost a single euro on these loans.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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Larry notes that the look is a departure for Dannielynn.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Her scathing insults are as giddy as her crushing acknowledgements are gut-wrenching, as Lindsay strains to navigate a situation spinning further and further outside of her limited domain.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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But, like with Bochy, his acknowledgments don’t compromise his players.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentions. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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