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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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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
David Fear, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2026
Donovan notes that Sarah suggesting Abraham lie with Hagar in Genesis 16 initially comes across as a straightforward and simple sentence.
—Jim Halterman, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Despite the millions in tax exemptions, EGLE notes the plant emitted more particulate matter or soot in 2019 than permitted.
—CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
The letter notes the post was later retracted, though not for a full day, and that the retraction itself repeated the original accusation.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
Just like much of life on Earth, Astrophage have cell organelles called mitochondria, which would be in line with the idea that terrestrial life and Astrophage share a common ancestor, notes astrobiologist Mike Wong of Carnegie Science.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
Samar Habib, PhD, founder of Foragentis, notes that many organizations fear AI will dilute the individuality of their brand voice.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
In 1960, most of the nation’s transit was private — and profitable — notes transportation researcher and former Cato Institute senior fellow Randal O’Toole.
—Adam Summers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2026
Swain notes that many of those interested will be family offices that eschew investing in traditional PE funds where an Ares or Carlyle pick the companies.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
But after his team held on for a 79-71 win over the Cougars in Thursday’s first round of the NCAA Tournament, Swain cared much more about surviving Dybantsa’s 35 points and 10 rebounds than taking any mental notes about matching up with him at the next level.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
The color is rich and dark, as is the flavor with notes of ripe and dried fruit, dark chocolate, roasted espresso beans, raisin, fig, cherry cola, peaches, menthol, and blood orange.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
At Kilian, find the new Forbidden Games fragrance, with notes of peach, rose, honey, jasmine and black currant for a fruity fragrance with sophistication.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
This salad offers a fresh alternative—roasting it, which intensifies the honey notes of the plantain.
—Andre Fowles, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
ForaPost is designed to work with the materials that owner-operators naturally accumulate, such as photos, documents, presentations, service descriptions, research notes, or archives of past work, and use them as the foundation for a consistent digital presence.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Yes, its name is an homage to the classic leporine book, with grassy notes a rabbit might adore.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 20 Mar. 2026
Its coconut milk and warm-sand notes make for an irresistible combination, and when summer rolls around, the shimmery finish will give me a radiant, fresh-from-the-beach glow.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
There are family get-togethers — and then there’s gathering your entire brood together to make a low-budget horror movie about [checks notes] a family who gets together to make a low-budget horror movie.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2026
Donovan notes that Sarah suggesting Abraham lie with Hagar in Genesis 16 initially comes across as a straightforward and simple sentence.
—Jim Halterman, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Despite the millions in tax exemptions, EGLE notes the plant emitted more particulate matter or soot in 2019 than permitted.
—CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
The letter notes the post was later retracted, though not for a full day, and that the retraction itself repeated the original accusation.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
Just like much of life on Earth, Astrophage have cell organelles called mitochondria, which would be in line with the idea that terrestrial life and Astrophage share a common ancestor, notes astrobiologist Mike Wong of Carnegie Science.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
Samar Habib, PhD, founder of Foragentis, notes that many organizations fear AI will dilute the individuality of their brand voice.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
In 1960, most of the nation’s transit was private — and profitable — notes transportation researcher and former Cato Institute senior fellow Randal O’Toole.
—Adam Summers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2026
Swain notes that many of those interested will be family offices that eschew investing in traditional PE funds where an Ares or Carlyle pick the companies.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
In the show notes handed to audience members at Marc Jacobs’s Fall/Winter 2026 presentation, at New York’s Park Avenue Armory in early February, the designer included a section titled Credits and Receipts.
—Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
But after his team held on for a 79-71 win over the Cougars in Thursday’s first round of the NCAA Tournament, Swain cared much more about surviving Dybantsa’s 35 points and 10 rebounds than taking any mental notes about matching up with him at the next level.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
The color is rich and dark, as is the flavor with notes of ripe and dried fruit, dark chocolate, roasted espresso beans, raisin, fig, cherry cola, peaches, menthol, and blood orange.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
At Kilian, find the new Forbidden Games fragrance, with notes of peach, rose, honey, jasmine and black currant for a fruity fragrance with sophistication.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
This salad offers a fresh alternative—roasting it, which intensifies the honey notes of the plantain.
—Andre Fowles, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
ForaPost is designed to work with the materials that owner-operators naturally accumulate, such as photos, documents, presentations, service descriptions, research notes, or archives of past work, and use them as the foundation for a consistent digital presence.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Yes, its name is an homage to the classic leporine book, with grassy notes a rabbit might adore.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 20 Mar. 2026
Its coconut milk and warm-sand notes make for an irresistible combination, and when summer rolls around, the shimmery finish will give me a radiant, fresh-from-the-beach glow.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notes
Verb
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The San Francisco Police Officers Association declined to comment directly on the case or the judge’s remarks, citing the ongoing legal proceedings.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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The event included a proclamation from the mayor, remarks from community leaders, and a poetry reading reflecting on the meaning of fasting and reflection during Ramadan.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Froelich records his fifth and sixth Ks of the day to send it to the bottom of the inning.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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Gage also alleged that the department routinely records the training exercises and that the city has withheld videos and photos of the incident.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There’s so much tension that everyone notices.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
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Jamie notices the gun in Cunningham’s office again, the one that supposedly belonged to his son.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Krebs mentions an ordeal that galvanized her in just that way.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
19 Mar. 2026
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Hell’s Army mentions that the global rise of mercenaries is continuing.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The warning follows a series of escalating strikes tied to the widening conflict between Iran and Israel that has increasingly drawn in neighboring countries and critical energy infrastructure.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Mar. 2026
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The heat this week follows the warmest winter recorded in Colorado since records began in 1895.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Navy memos show the problems grew worse during the first few months of the carrier's deployment.—
Steve Walsh,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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All memos in the governor’s office are written in 12 point Century Gothic font with specific spacing between lines, formatting that his aides say helps him with his disability.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The museum is adorned with the 36 letters of the Armenian alphabet and a glass hazarashen skylight, inspired by traditional roofs in homes across the Armenian Highlands.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
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Buzzy new kids on the block like country songwriter Dylan Gossett debuted love letters to Austin.—
Ramon Ramirez,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The episode ends as John walks out among Carolyn’s cries.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
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Cara could hear the dead, including the cries of her infant son calling her to visit the bay’s shores every night.—
Omari Weekes,
The New York Review of Books,
19 Mar. 2026
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