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plural of note
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a usually brief written reminder I'll make a note to myself so I don't forget to pick up some milk on the way home

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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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Recent Examples of notes
Verb
Its announcement notes that condominium communities across the country are facing the growing challenge of funding critical structural repairs while maintaining affordability for homeowners. Christyne D. Santisteban, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026 The guide notes that kinetic strikes come with higher risk of causing collateral damage and impacting bystanders. Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026 For people with privacy concerns, Wachter notes that some companies that provide electronic medical records like Epic, the maker of MyChart, offer their own AI products. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 30 July 2026 Other team period notes During 7-on-7, cornerback Nohl Williams stayed stride for stride downfield with wide receiver Xavier Worthy to prevent a completion from Mahomes. Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026 The tests measure blood sugar differently, and UCLA Health notes that women may be more likely than men to experience impaired glucose tolerance after eating — something a fasting test may not capture. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 29 July 2026 Messer notes that bell peppers are also excellent sources of vitamin A – primarily in the form of beta-carotene – which supports healthy vision, immune function and normal cell growth. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 29 July 2026 O’Leary notes that different delivery methods work about equally well, though injections may produce a faster change than gels, patches or long-acting implants. Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026 Its 50 to 60 employees in San Francisco often write each other thank-you notes and design small gifts for one another (a tradition carried over from Apple’s design studio). Emily Forlini, Fortune, 22 July 2026
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The fragrance wraps Turkish rose—a honeyed, full-bodied bloom—in earthy notes of patchouli, sandalwood, and frankincense, while blackcurrant and raspberry add a touch of zest. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026 But as Daley notes, ESPN is much more than a TV network these days, with younger consumers increasingly engaging with the brand on the social platforms where the creators operate every day. Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026 Gone like a handful of warm-up practice notes in the midmorning air. Ian Penman, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 Fetch said her 7-year-old typically carries lunch, a water bottle and occasionally a folder with homework or notes from the teacher. Cheyanne Mumphrey, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026 The finish is long and refined, with lingering notes of dark honey, sweet baking spices and seasoned oak. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 The stock jumped more than 5% after the American conglomerate behind Scotch tape and Post-it notes posted second quarter earnings and revenue that beat expectations, and raised its full-year guidance. Sarah Min, CNBC, 21 July 2026 Once the barrel is toasted, those natural sugars lend the liquid inside notes of caramel, spice, and vanilla. Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 21 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notes
Verb
  • As the activist Assata Olugbala Shakur remarks, the chains of oppression can be broken with love, support, and care, and the Black radical imagination cannot be quelled even when our lives are on the line.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 July 2026
  • Carr placed considerable pressure on ABC following remarks Jimmy Kimmel made on his show about Charlie Kirk.
    Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 17 July 2026
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  • Each year, the department faces lawsuits cataloging records inquiries that the LAPD failed to respond to by the 10-day or 24-day deadline.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • The alleged crime In the early hours of May 10, 2025, Pearson allegedly approached the house where the victim was sleeping, court records state.
    Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Their manager notices something seems off but isn't sure what to do.
    Stephen Sokoler, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Caleb Easton wasn’t one of them, but the trio notices that Caleb’s car was in the background shot of the CCTV footage of Jane and Adrian.
    Erin Qualey, Vulture, 27 July 2026
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  • Johnson’s letter mentions the possibility of providing caps to some portions of I-77.
    DJ Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The sequel webtoon series, THE WITCH OF YERASAH, mentions another main character named Nazar and his connection with the werewolf group.
    Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The new movie follows 28 years later, as Sally bakes cakes and avoids men, while Gilly attracts men named Chad on Tinder.
    Angelique Jackson, Variety, 2 Aug. 2026
  • This breathtaking start follows recent debate over potential fatigue for franchise films, including those of the superhero variety, given that DC Studios’ Supergirl underperformed earlier this summer.
    Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Aug. 2026
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  • From Big Four consulting frameworks to enterprise legal teams to countless internal memos about responsible AI, the idea that restricting data inputs is the foundation of AI governance has become the default assumption.
    Dmitriy Stepanov, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • New sending progress bar The Messages app also features a new progress bar when sending messages, photos, voice memos and other items.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 24 July 2026
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  • This new era signifies the Levine’s transition from a non-collecting to a collecting institution, bringing in artifacts including photographs and personal letters.
    Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
  • Barrow County Sheriff's Office Investigator Jason Smith returned to the stand briefly on July 27 and testified that investigators directed Gray to write apology letters to family members of his victims as part of their interrogation.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 29 July 2026
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  • Martin was then immediately handcuffed and arrested as the little girl’s cries were heard from inside the car.
    Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The cries of seagulls, water lapping against the boat, the rumble of engines and the arrival of speedboats ferrying cast and crew give the sense of sharing the actors’ long waits on the open water.
    Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

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“Notes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notes. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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