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as in to comment
to make a statement of one's opinion
I'd like to note that I don't care for that tone of voice
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as in to record
to make a written note of
a waitress hurriedly noting our orders
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
note the artist's rendering of the trees, how their leaves seem to dance in the wind
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as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
the lecturer noted several sources where listeners could go for further information
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as in to follow
to take notice of and be guided by
please note that the office will be closed tomorrow
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as in letter
a message on paper from one person or group to another
write a friendly note to the neighbors asking them to keep the noise down
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as in cry
a natural vocal sound made by an animal
can you distinguish between the notes of the whippoorwill and the mockingbird?
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as in bill
a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States
will you be paying in coins or notes?
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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
spoke with a note of irritation in her voice
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as in reputation
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
a writer of note among readers of modern poetry
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as in remark
a briefly expressed opinion
let me read a few notes I jotted down while you were auditioning
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as in attention
a state of being aware
during my long convalescence I had taken note of which friends had helped me and which ones had found other things to do
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as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
an intense, full-bodied red wine with all of the spicy notes for which that grape variety is famous
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Recent Examples of note
Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 May 2025
Several tasters noted that this cake had an authentic, buttery taste.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
Nora Colomer
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The stock sale, which was disclosed in a brief note toward the end of a 50-page SEC filing, will occur under a 10b5-1(c) trading plan.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 May 2025
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Verb
Our tester noted that the pieces felt well made, supportive, and sturdy, and the waterproof cushions held up well despite numerous rainy days.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 May 2025
Several tasters noted that this cake had an authentic, buttery taste.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
Noun
Original price: $68 Try the Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette for a classic scent that is casual and breezy, with sparkling fruity-floral notes.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
The stock sale, which was disclosed in a brief note toward the end of a 50-page SEC filing, will occur under a 10b5-1(c) trading plan.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for note
Verb
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When reached for comment, the China Film Administration did not immediately respond to Bloomberg’s request, and all four studios declined to comment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
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Politics California, other states sue Trump administration to block cuts to AmeriCorps April 29, 2025 Dhillon, a San Francisco attorney, Republican Party insider and conservative pundit, declined to comment when asked by The Times about the senators’ letter.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Malachi Moore, Alabama Moore was a four-year starter for the Crimson Tide and recorded seven interceptions over five college seasons.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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The Heat have recorded a 24-28 mark against Eastern Conference opponents.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Is there construction around Epic Universe? Those who have been to Epic Universe's previews or have driven around the area recently might notice the construction on the roads and areas outside of the park.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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People can improve their ability to notice and feel this positive emotion.—
Monica Y. Bartlett,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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In his on-air rebuke, Pelley was clear to mention that CBS had not killed any stories about the Trump administration or its effect on Americans’ lives in the past few months.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
28 Apr. 2025
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Increasingly, he was mentioned as a candidate for national office.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In 2006, Steve Irwin died following an injury from a stingray incurred during the filming of an underwater documentary.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The film follows a group of travel vloggers who find themselves in a remote village haunted by ancient rituals and a terrifying legend.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2025
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In a memo, the agency called for strategies to improve access to the medications in countries that are low- and middle-income, Reuters summarized.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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In a February memo, the Department of Education directed schools and universities to eliminate race from any decision-making around hiring, admissions, housing, financial aid and student life, warning that institutions that fail to comply face investigation and could lose access to federal money.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Submit a letter to the editor at freep.com/letters.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The letter was postmarked in London two days later, on April 12.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In any case, despite critics’ cries of greenwashing and corporate astroturfing, there is still value to these devices.—
Kat Merck,
Wired News,
22 Apr. 2025
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This tender and slow hour isn’t for the restless, but a cathartic cry waits for those who make it to the end.—
Christian Holub,
EW.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Note.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/note. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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