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as in remarks
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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2
as in records
to make a written note of
a waitress hurriedly noting our orders
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as in notices
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 mentions
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 follows
to take notice of and be guided by
please note that the office will be closed tomorrow
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as in letters
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 cries
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 bills
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 auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
spoke with a note of irritation in her voice
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as in reputations
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 comments
a briefly expressed opinion
let me read a few notes I jotted down while you were auditioning
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as in features
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 notes
Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Larry notes that the look is a departure for Dannielynn.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
Farrell notes the transformation of retirement into unretirement marks such a divide … a revolution in the making.
—Helen Dennis, Daily News, 2 May 2026
Asking for a friend, who notes as of this writing they were tied for worst record in the American League.
—Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Mosquitoes are drawn to lactic acid, ammonia and uric acid in perspiration, USA Today notes, along with skin concentrations of steroids, cholesterol and carboxylic acids.
—Ryan Brennan
may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
The news was first reported by Oaklandside, which notes that the architecture comes from San Francisco firm Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects, with a landscaping master plan done by Oakland outfit EinwillerKuehl.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
The Harrison County Health Department notes dark clothing resembles the shadows mosquitoes hide in.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
The question of who took the tip jar is a whodunnit in a coffee shop, as the narrator notes.
—Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 26 Apr. 2026
Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
When used correctly, that power can be harnessed for good, heightening the citrus fruit’s bright, piercing notes to soaring new heights.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
At least three women have frequently been jotting down notes.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
In a pair of analyst notes, Stifel and KeyBanc said that semiconductor stocks Cirrus Logic , Qorvo and Ceva and wireless networking services provider Skyworks Solutions are likely to benefit from the iPhone maker's growth in the latest period.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 1 May 2026
That same nurse was always checking on her and leaving notes.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The taste is fruity with citrus notes.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
The booklet shares information about the facilities and has space for field notes.
—Alex Temblador, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
On set, the assistant director translated the notes, and within seconds the cast had launched into another take.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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
Larry notes that the look is a departure for Dannielynn.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
Farrell notes the transformation of retirement into unretirement marks such a divide … a revolution in the making.
—Helen Dennis, Daily News, 2 May 2026
Asking for a friend, who notes as of this writing they were tied for worst record in the American League.
—Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Mosquitoes are drawn to lactic acid, ammonia and uric acid in perspiration, USA Today notes, along with skin concentrations of steroids, cholesterol and carboxylic acids.
—Ryan Brennan
may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
The news was first reported by Oaklandside, which notes that the architecture comes from San Francisco firm Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects, with a landscaping master plan done by Oakland outfit EinwillerKuehl.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
The Harrison County Health Department notes dark clothing resembles the shadows mosquitoes hide in.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
The question of who took the tip jar is a whodunnit in a coffee shop, as the narrator notes.
—Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
Jennifer Naitaki, a Michaelson Center for Public Policy senior advisor, said the group’s workers keep notes on how the dogs behave outside their kennels, something that helps match the dogs with appropriate new homes.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
When used correctly, that power can be harnessed for good, heightening the citrus fruit’s bright, piercing notes to soaring new heights.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
At least three women have frequently been jotting down notes.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
In a pair of analyst notes, Stifel and KeyBanc said that semiconductor stocks Cirrus Logic , Qorvo and Ceva and wireless networking services provider Skyworks Solutions are likely to benefit from the iPhone maker's growth in the latest period.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 1 May 2026
That same nurse was always checking on her and leaving notes.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The taste is fruity with citrus notes.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
The booklet shares information about the facilities and has space for field notes.
—Alex Temblador, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
On set, the assistant director translated the notes, and within seconds the cast had launched into another take.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notes
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Industry outlook and leadership remarks Speaking at the event, ASELSAN President and CEO Ahmet Akyol emphasized the growing importance of autonomy in maritime defense.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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The seat will be up for grabs again in November, a fact Tunney noted in his concession remarks, according to the Detroit Free Press, part of the USA TODAY Network.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Limon’s body was found April 24 on the Howard Frankland Bridge, also in a large black trash bag and with stab injuries, records state.—
Tony Marrero,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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However, federal attorneys said back then that the crime started with the former owners, which records show included local restaurant magnate Louis Gerodemos.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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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
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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,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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We're prevented from trading stocks that Jim Cramer mentions on CNBC TV for 72 hours.—
Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Elkann, a keen offshore sailor himself, says Hypersail follows in the footsteps of Ferrari’s passion for endurance, drawing inspiration from the Ferrari 499P hypercar, which has won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans three years in a row since the team’s return to endurance racing in 2023.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Publix follows all federal, state and local laws.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Mark Ferrandino, the head of the governor’s budget office, told the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday that the governor’s office, by practice, does not release privileged legal memos.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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Stewart was copied on Perugini’s memos to Bogoslawski.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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Sue Hendrickson — who did not have a high school diploma — received her first university credentials in the form of an honorary doctorate of humane letters from the University of Illinois Chicago.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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But the borrowers who have fallen behind on their debt payments are at risk of even higher stress levels once the debt collection process escalates beyond calls and letters and into the legal system.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Noun
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If recent history repeats, new cries could come from the crowd, too.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Two years into Bronny James’ NBA career, in the postseason spotlight, cries of nepotism will have to wait for the bench minutes the Lakers actually need from the 21-year-old guard.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Notes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notes. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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