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
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Bastian often mentions this experience in commencement speeches to encourage graduates that their futures are unlimited.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
The trailer that Derrickson mentions shows the Grabber has only grown more powerful in death, capable of violently harming Gwen in her dreams.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
Gurman also mentions previously leaked info, including changes to the design across the whole series, and two new colors for the Pro and Pro Max.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
So, when someone mentions a new herbal tea or clean skincare brand in a focused WhatsApp group, it gets seen, discussed and, often, bought.
—Sergi Cerrato, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
There’s a reason that everyone in the film mentions Planes, Trains, and Automobiles as their favorite Candy movie.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2025
Santos mentions the International Player Pathway Program (IPP), which aims to create an opportunity for elite athletes around the world to convert from other sports to the NFL.
—Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
During the season, Ainsley mentions wanting to attend Texas Tech and studying philanthropy.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2025
Christine Estima
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Her murder caused a similar firestorm online as Zarutska’s as well as mentions at the Republican National Convention.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
There is also a need to be able to quickly develop and field affordable ‘combat mass’ to support existing frontline combat platforms, the press release mentions.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
The Puerto Rican superstar is followed by Fuerza Regida with 15 mentions and Rauw Alejandro with 14.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2025
Lady Gaga led the nominations with 12 mentions including Artist of the Year and appeared at the event while still on tour with her Mayhem Ball.
—Mikelle Street, Them., 8 Sep. 2025
Honourable mentions Kieron Walton, 19, was brilliant in the OHL last season, doubling his point production and making the Jets look good for drafting him 187th in 2024.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
While the series doesn’t have its own set of books from Rice, its characters are referenced in both the Interview with the Vampire and Mayfair Witches book series, alongside mentions in both AMC series adaptations.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Member feedback comes through formal channels, but also through support calls, social media mentions and informal conversations.
—Melissa Cummings, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
No one mentions Kyle at all, though not hours before, Solène cuddled him in his cabin and kissed him goodnight.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Bastian often mentions this experience in commencement speeches to encourage graduates that their futures are unlimited.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
The trailer that Derrickson mentions shows the Grabber has only grown more powerful in death, capable of violently harming Gwen in her dreams.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
Gurman also mentions previously leaked info, including changes to the design across the whole series, and two new colors for the Pro and Pro Max.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
So, when someone mentions a new herbal tea or clean skincare brand in a focused WhatsApp group, it gets seen, discussed and, often, bought.
—Sergi Cerrato, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
There’s a reason that everyone in the film mentions Planes, Trains, and Automobiles as their favorite Candy movie.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2025
Santos mentions the International Player Pathway Program (IPP), which aims to create an opportunity for elite athletes around the world to convert from other sports to the NFL.
—Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
During the season, Ainsley mentions wanting to attend Texas Tech and studying philanthropy.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
There are mentions, traces, and shadows of it in letters from Milena to mutual friend and editor Max Brod, and by Kafka in his journals, but not in any significant, expository detail.
—Christine Estima
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Her murder caused a similar firestorm online as Zarutska’s as well as mentions at the Republican National Convention.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
There is also a need to be able to quickly develop and field affordable ‘combat mass’ to support existing frontline combat platforms, the press release mentions.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
The Puerto Rican superstar is followed by Fuerza Regida with 15 mentions and Rauw Alejandro with 14.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2025
Lady Gaga led the nominations with 12 mentions including Artist of the Year and appeared at the event while still on tour with her Mayhem Ball.
—Mikelle Street, Them., 8 Sep. 2025
Honourable mentions Kieron Walton, 19, was brilliant in the OHL last season, doubling his point production and making the Jets look good for drafting him 187th in 2024.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
While the series doesn’t have its own set of books from Rice, its characters are referenced in both the Interview with the Vampire and Mayfair Witches book series, alongside mentions in both AMC series adaptations.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Member feedback comes through formal channels, but also through support calls, social media mentions and informal conversations.
—Melissa Cummings, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentions
Verb
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The judge noted the statute was passed days after the 9/11 attacks, and the statute specifically cites that attack, along with the 1995 bombing of the Oklahoma City federal building and others, as examples of terrorism.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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The company cites a rise in frugality triggered by an uncertain economy, and the return to restoring vintage furniture and decor.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The North Carolina man has pleaded not guilty to all charged and indicated his defense will center largely on his character, citing Eagle Scout commendations and community service.—
Hannah Phillips,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Highest commendations to those who made history voting for and passing it through both chambers of the legislature.—
Robert Turner,
Baltimore Sun,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Consider the first scene of the pilot, in which Issa notices a man on the subway masturbating in her direction and takes justice into her own hands when no one does anything to stop him.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
15 Sep. 2025
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However, Walmart has also trimmed some of its tech jobs in the Bay Area this year, WARN notices the company has filed with the state EDD show.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Creative Arts Emmys, held on September 6 and 7, had already handed out several exciting awards, including for Bryan Cranston’s guest turn on The Studio and Julianne Nicholson’s chaotic arc on Hacks.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
15 Sep. 2025
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The milestone comes four decades after Roxana Zal, 14, became the youngest female winner of the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Series Or Special in 1984 for Something About Amelia, according to the website for the awards.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Each recipe is indicated by a code—O means the Four Roses distillery; B or E indicates the mashbill (B is 35 percent rye, E is 20 percent rye); S means straight whiskey; and the last letter specifies the yeast strain, each of which brings a different flavor profile to the whiskey.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
19 Aug. 2025
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Ryan Christoffel at 9to5Mac has useful analysis that specifies what happened when in recent years to help specify the release date.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Larry Brooks, who lives a block away from the attack, was also given four citations on the day of Broadbelt’s death for not having rabbies vaccines and unregistered dogs.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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Invest in natural language query tools with visual explanations (graph traversal, source citations).—
Daniel Fallmann,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The report notes that OpenAI’s systems already have built-in safeguards that prevent the company’s chatbots from generating AI images for government IDs.—
Senior Reporter,
PC Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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Anifrani notes that high-touch areas, such as remote controls, thermostats, and coffee makers, are disinfected daily.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The percentage indicates how much of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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District data indicates that only about 600 students left for private schools.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentions. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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