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
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
The statute neither mentions tariffs (or any of its synonyms) nor has procedural safeguards that contain clear limits on the President's power to impose tariffs.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Mainstream news coverage of Burning Man invariably mentions the Orgy Dome, held inside a cavernous tent-like structure that features both mattresses and air conditioning for participants who are age-screened and provide explicit consent.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Cost-cutting was one explanation for this change, but the story also mentions that Starbucks doesn’t need these plants running every day to meet current demand.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2025
Julia thinks so too, and presses in, sucking in a breath when Ellen mentions Fairy Hill and how people dance into the nights and wake up a hundred years later.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 22 Aug. 2025
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
Notably, Harry does not appear on camera even for a single moment — though his presence is felt through affectionate mentions and a few behind-the-scenes photos.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
In fact, the move actually sparked a surge in online conversation, with daily mentions of the brand jumping from an average of 67 to 33,000, according to Marketplace Analytics Platform Systems (Maps).
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 27 Aug. 2025
Packers Part Ways With Former Top-10 Pick Suh has a Hall of Fame-worthy resume, earning four of his All-Pro mentions in Detroit before a 2014 contract dispute led to his departure.
—Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Over time, any fleeting mentions of Ranch Week were more likely to appear in obituaries.
—Matt Leclercq, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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
The statute neither mentions tariffs (or any of its synonyms) nor has procedural safeguards that contain clear limits on the President's power to impose tariffs.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Mainstream news coverage of Burning Man invariably mentions the Orgy Dome, held inside a cavernous tent-like structure that features both mattresses and air conditioning for participants who are age-screened and provide explicit consent.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Cost-cutting was one explanation for this change, but the story also mentions that Starbucks doesn’t need these plants running every day to meet current demand.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2025
Julia thinks so too, and presses in, sucking in a breath when Ellen mentions Fairy Hill and how people dance into the nights and wake up a hundred years later.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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
Notably, Harry does not appear on camera even for a single moment — though his presence is felt through affectionate mentions and a few behind-the-scenes photos.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
In fact, the move actually sparked a surge in online conversation, with daily mentions of the brand jumping from an average of 67 to 33,000, according to Marketplace Analytics Platform Systems (Maps).
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 27 Aug. 2025
Packers Part Ways With Former Top-10 Pick Suh has a Hall of Fame-worthy resume, earning four of his All-Pro mentions in Detroit before a 2014 contract dispute led to his departure.
—Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Over time, any fleeting mentions of Ranch Week were more likely to appear in obituaries.
—Matt Leclercq, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentions
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Musk also cites apocalyptic scenarios and points to transformative technologies that can save humanity.—
Sonja Fritzsche,
The Conversation,
9 Sep. 2025
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Baldwin cites Giorgio’s Pizza, Miller & Lux, Wayfare Tavern, Noe Valley Bakery, A16, and a dozen Pier 39 restaurants among their partners.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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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The algorithm notices patterns and rewards reliable creators with better reach.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Watson notices Ringo’s loyalty in the smallest moments.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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After about 7 years of not attending the MTV VMAs, Ariana Grande took home multiple major awards at this year's awards show.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Swift and Beyoncé entered the evening tied for the most-ever VMA awards.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
8 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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Of the 52 citations issued, 30 were given to people who were not wearing seat belts.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Other citations included containers stored as clean with food residue, large bins of dry ingredients not labeled and rust buildup on shelves of walk-in cooler.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The report only notes one version of the standard iPhone 17.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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In fact, Lamarche notes there's strong evidence from observational studies that cheese is associated with a lower risk of stroke.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fire containment Understanding what 14% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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As the report indicates, both State and non-State actors were responsible for violations in over 20 countries, with the highest numbers recorded in the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Haiti, Somalia and South Sudan.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentions. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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