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plural of note
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as in memos
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 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 The report notes that subscription was the only content segment to experience growth compared to last year’s numbers, with a 7% increase. Matt Minton, Variety, 22 July 2026 Leigh notes that not every state can take part in Raffall competitions because of different state gambling, lottery and consumer protection laws. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026 Putnam notes that each vessel carries a distinct color corresponding to its stage of life—yellow for birth, red for growth and blue for rebirth. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 The memo notes that the agreement includes nonproliferation terms under the Atomic Energy Act. Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 22 July 2026 Once the broader Apple Upgrade scheme rolls out, the company will discontinue the iPhone Upgrade program, Bloomberg notes. Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026 As Aparacio notes, there are other areas where this combo can help. Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 22 July 2026 The agency also notes that one joint checking account owner can sometimes withdraw all the funds and close the account without the other person’s agreement. Ashley Lynch july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
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Crumbled feta adds a salty tang, and a touch of chile brings pops of heat that balance the salad’s citrusy notes. Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 21 July 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 Delicate notes of wild berries complement the citrusy hop character and crisp, dry finish, creating a perfect balance of fruity flavor and bitterness. Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 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 Vanilla Dream Softening Cashmere Cream has a rich texture and is spiked with shea and cocoa butters to moisturize and soften skin, respectively, with fragrance notes of vanilla, sugar and musk. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 Meanwhile, as the scent dries down, gentle fruity notes of apricot and peach emerge alongside white musk. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 21 July 2026 Other Blue Jays prospect notes Outfielder Sam Shaw‘s 2025 season ended in July when a blood clot was found near his right shoulder. Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 21 July 2026 The facility appealed Randy’s case, providing psychiatrist’s notes that clearly outlined his need, but the outcome did not change. Joy Evers, STAT, 20 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notes
Verb
  • Carr placed considerable pressure on ABC following remarks Jimmy Kimmel made on his show about Charlie Kirk.
    Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 17 July 2026
  • Sarandos’ comments echo remarks Head of UCAN Scripted Series Jinny Howe made to Deadline last week.
    Peter White, Deadline, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • Some of the fatality figures Trump cited appear to be approximations and don't precisely match Defense Department records.
    Mary Bruce, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • Velasquez has an active sales agent license in the state, according to Texas Real Estate Commission records.
    Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 22 July 2026
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  • Gen notices Aesha and Nathan cheers-ing to the success of their seating plot.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 July 2026
  • Anyone who notices flashes, new floaters or a shadow in their vision should seek urgent eye care.
    Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
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  • Stockman also mentions that a software update will turn that Core screen into second controller, offering the ability to switch on lights, inverter, A/C and other hardware from inside.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 July 2026
  • As Solis mentions in the intro, look for soft tones with relaxed and comfortable materials.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2026
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  • The investigation also follows a lawsuit Attorney General Ken Paxton filed against a Houston-area postpartum care center.
    Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 July 2026
  • The certification from DarkSky International follows Sun Valley Resort’s focus on limiting artificial light on the mountain and growing public awareness around light pollution.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026
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  • And after digging through more than two years’ worth of emails, memos and invoices, neither can reporters Thad Moore and Riley Bunch.
    Cassidy Alexander, AJC.com, 22 July 2026
  • By then the memos inside the big banks will matter more than the posts about them.
    Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
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  • Etched onto each of the bands is a series of letters and numbers that, if it’s captured again, tells the next researcher where this bird has been.
    Mack Baysinger Follow, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
  • These letters created the legal distinction between privateering and piracy.
    Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2026
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  • Suskind, a cochlear implant surgeon and professor of surgery and pediatrics at the University of Chicago, says for years the waiting room in her practice would be a cacophony of baby cries and toddler screeches.
    Eileen Finan, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
  • Lost in all their cries is that many soccer experts believe that Balogun’s move did not merit a red card.
    Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026

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“Notes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notes. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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