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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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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
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  • 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
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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
  • An agent working on adjacent problems notices a promising lead and posts a smaller bounty for replicating the finding.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026
  • The radiologist notices a small spot on the lung unrelated to the original reason for the exam and appropriately recommends follow-up.
    Demetri Giannikopoulos, Forbes.com, 17 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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  • Victims who were injured in the shooting described panic attacks, nightmares and the fear that still follows them into classrooms, neighborhoods and even their own bedrooms.
    Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
  • Whether the next crop of Republican candidates follows the clickbait commentators will tell us if this inversion is a Democratic or American affliction.
    Aaron Kaplowitz, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 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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  • Some 30 seconds into flight, lightning struck the rocket, leading to awestruck cries from crowds gathered nearby to watch the launch.
    Brett Tingley, Space.com, 24 July 2026
  • Down the hall, just a few seconds later, a different woman gave birth to a little girl named Yasmina, whose cries could hardly be heard over the sound of the explosions around her.
    David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 22 July 2026

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