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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
The report notes the area is known by detectives to be a high crime area with multiple stray dogs and wandering drug users. Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 5 Aug. 2026 The report notes there are other factors besides deportations contributing to higher prices, including weather and fuel costs. Justin Papp, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026 The report notes the Datejust is a common entry watch for young buyers, too, before moving on to Daytonas and other models, which plays into the shift. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2026 The report from Levy notes that Google CEO Sundar Pichai tried mightily to keep the group, especially Dean and Ghemawat, from leaving. Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2026 Sardis became famous for its wealth under King Croesus, points out Greek Reporter, which notes that the artwork may provide new insight into cultural exchange between the Greek, Lydian, and Persian worlds. Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Today’s homeowners aren’t just seeking to remain in our homes longer, as the report notes. Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 In addition, the blog post notes that an Apple lawyer accidentally emailed the wrong person at OpenAI while raising trade secret theft concerns. Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Aug. 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
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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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  • Muse Code also uses a local event log that records model calls, tool runs, approvals, and edits.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The website of the United Nations records the country by its new name, noting the government had requested it be changed in June.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
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  • 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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  • Her chief of staff had drafted her remarks, using AI to draw on her previous speeches and internal performance memos.
    Harvard Business Review, Harvard Business Review, 3 Aug. 2026
  • One of the memos issued after his speech directed a 60-day review of military education and training standards.
    James LaPorta, CBS News, 31 July 2026
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  • After discovering years’ worth of letters and cards hidden in her dad’s safe and reading the letter Gordon left for her, Annie slips away to Canada to visit Sterling Point and discover exactly who her mom was.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Anna Ivanova, a 28-year-old artist, flipped through old letters at a flea market stall in Sofia, Bulgaria.
    Grey Battle, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 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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