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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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
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Henrik mentions how athletes also have to be entertainers in today’s world.
—Katie Gunderman, SELF, 26 Feb. 2026
Customer feedback often mentions that dogs enjoy the taste and that the food is easy to serve, though results can vary from dog to dog.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The Times Magazine piece, which mentions Wifey only twice, is by Joyce Maynard, who at 25 was already a literary star herself.
—Mark Oppenheimer, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026
If someone talks about hurting themselves or mentions suicide, contact a health professional or crisis line immediately.
—Kathleen Daly, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2026
Though Roseberry’s indictment only mentions three victims, a DOJ spokesperson said witness testimony in court established there were many more victims.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
The same article mentions that as a youth, Mundt swam at Lakeside Swim Club, 2010 Trevilian Way, a popular outdoor swimming facility in Louisville's Highland neighborhood, which has produced several Olympic swimmers.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
In her account, Pelicot also mentions other security guards who, around 2010, had also caught Dominique taking upskirting photos.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
The brand issued a statement on its website following Edwards' indictment that distanced the product from its creator, and also removed mentions of the Squatty Potty's origins from the site.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
How did mentions of ghosts and superstition enhance your reading experience?
—CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Raducanu has particular appeal in East Asia, where Uniqlo is based, given her Chinese mother and frequent mentions of the importance of her Asian heritage.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
More than 4 in 10 mentions from Trump approvers included some discussion of the economy (45%), including 14% of mentions about tariffs and 9% about inflation or prices.
—Emily Guskin, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
His spokesperson said the number of mentions is not unexpected given their long-running ties.
—Julie Carr Smyth The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 19 Feb. 2026
Among the many mentions of the former Prince Andrew, now Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, in the Epstein files, a few jump to the top of the pile.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Many mentions were merely newsletters and press emails promoting events featuring Goldberg.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
The memorial, which serves as a message and carries no legal weight, also mentions the impact Boise State has.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Henrik mentions how athletes also have to be entertainers in today’s world.
—Katie Gunderman, SELF, 26 Feb. 2026
Customer feedback often mentions that dogs enjoy the taste and that the food is easy to serve, though results can vary from dog to dog.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The Times Magazine piece, which mentions Wifey only twice, is by Joyce Maynard, who at 25 was already a literary star herself.
—Mark Oppenheimer, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026
If someone talks about hurting themselves or mentions suicide, contact a health professional or crisis line immediately.
—Kathleen Daly, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2026
Though Roseberry’s indictment only mentions three victims, a DOJ spokesperson said witness testimony in court established there were many more victims.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
The same article mentions that as a youth, Mundt swam at Lakeside Swim Club, 2010 Trevilian Way, a popular outdoor swimming facility in Louisville's Highland neighborhood, which has produced several Olympic swimmers.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
In her account, Pelicot also mentions other security guards who, around 2010, had also caught Dominique taking upskirting photos.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
Noun
One Battle After Another leads this year’s film nominations with seven mentions.
—Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
The brand issued a statement on its website following Edwards' indictment that distanced the product from its creator, and also removed mentions of the Squatty Potty's origins from the site.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
How did mentions of ghosts and superstition enhance your reading experience?
—CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Raducanu has particular appeal in East Asia, where Uniqlo is based, given her Chinese mother and frequent mentions of the importance of her Asian heritage.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
More than 4 in 10 mentions from Trump approvers included some discussion of the economy (45%), including 14% of mentions about tariffs and 9% about inflation or prices.
—Emily Guskin, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
His spokesperson said the number of mentions is not unexpected given their long-running ties.
—Julie Carr Smyth The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 19 Feb. 2026
Among the many mentions of the former Prince Andrew, now Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, in the Epstein files, a few jump to the top of the pile.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Many mentions were merely newsletters and press emails promoting events featuring Goldberg.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentions
Verb
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Brutti cites Loie Fuller, whose Danse Serpentine became a pioneering cinematic marvel; Martha Graham; and Childs, who collaborated with the group during the pandemic.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2026
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The White House cites a drop in CBP drug seizures as a success at the same time the Coast Guard cites an increase in drug interdictions as a success, too.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 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 officers' actions earned them commendations as well as a Distinguished Service Award from the city of Bethlehem, one of three Hobson's received in the last two years.—
Janelle Griffith,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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On a walk through a car park in London’s Barbican Estate, on her way to the apartment of a hookup, Fedorova notices in striking detail the sound of the ventilation system, the fluorescent light patterns, and the scent of damp concrete.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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McElhaney often screens Grey Gardens for his students, and notices young women responding more and increasingly well to it as the years pass.—
Rosemary Counter,
Vanity Fair,
25 Feb. 2026
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Country Dick Montana Lifetime Achievement Award recipient when the 35th edition of the annual awards is held May 6 at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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The couple had a subtle show of sartorial unity while attending the awards ceremony on Sunday.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Now, the priority number one is to get this nuclear issue resolved in a proper deal that is clear, that- that exactly specifies obligations of each side.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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However, the statute specifies the act should not be used to prohibit any expressive conduct including peaceful picketing or peaceful demonstration.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The city claims its Community and Neighborhood Division has issued the mall 88 code violation citations since 2019.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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An enforcement campaign typically describes a targeted and visible ticketing effort, most often focused on citations for things like impaired or distracted driving.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Jonathan Turley, a professor at George Washington University's law school and a legal analyst, notes that the court's ruling only applies in the Illinois district where it is located.—
EMILY HEIL THE WASHINGTON POST,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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Fleming’s sets feel like an interpretative dance-heavy trip through one person’s notes app list of intrusive thoughts.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But these token acknowledgments feel oddly forced, particularly once Glass teams up with another nomadic sort whose world has been destroyed by the white man.—
Eric Kohn,
IndieWire,
25 Feb. 2026
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There has been growing opposition to the sale across Aquarion’s mostly western Connecticut customer base after acknowledgements by the seller and prospective buyer that a sale means higher rates.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentions. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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