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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
Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Tony O’Neill, gardening author and founder of Simplify Gardening, notes that sedum also provides late-season interest where many other drought-tolerant plants don’t.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
However, white bread can be part of a healthy diet, especially when paired with protein, healthy fats, or fiber-rich foods, which can help slow digestion and improve satiety, Guzman notes.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 13 June 2026
Alzarka notes the inverse is also true — stress itself makes workouts harder to start.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
The settlement agreement notes that it should not be seen as an admission of guilt by the Police Department.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
The retailer notes that wearers who already have a supply of regular contacts can simply pair them with non-prescription blue light glasses.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Economist Brad Herschbein notes that hiring managers may view teens as an investment that won't pay off right away.
—Dianna Douglas, NPR, 6 June 2026
Jarvis notes that on her family's ranch, new animals are kept in a separate pen for several days before being introduced to the rest of the herd.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Judd is great at deflecting studio notes.
—Simon Bland, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
The new edible notes are warmer, richer and far more grown-up than the cotton candy era that defined early 2010s gourmands.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
The herbal notes are complemented by floral St-Germain and fresh citrus for a smooth, refreshing finish.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Kids ages 9 through 12, the advisory notes, should not operate any e-bike faster than 10 mph.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Zach Thomas brought his fellow linebackers over to his home for film study sessions each week during the season to share his notes on opposing teams and players.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
This is a talented ensemble unable to show off those talents because they’re all reduced to instruments that play only two discordant notes.
—Charles Lewis Iii, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
There are other, less traditional notes, too.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Verb
Mauboussin notes that investors must consider probabilities when investing in a stock, since significant losses and a few winners are likely drivers of investment success and failure.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Tony O’Neill, gardening author and founder of Simplify Gardening, notes that sedum also provides late-season interest where many other drought-tolerant plants don’t.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
However, white bread can be part of a healthy diet, especially when paired with protein, healthy fats, or fiber-rich foods, which can help slow digestion and improve satiety, Guzman notes.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 13 June 2026
Alzarka notes the inverse is also true — stress itself makes workouts harder to start.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
The settlement agreement notes that it should not be seen as an admission of guilt by the Police Department.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
The retailer notes that wearers who already have a supply of regular contacts can simply pair them with non-prescription blue light glasses.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Economist Brad Herschbein notes that hiring managers may view teens as an investment that won't pay off right away.
—Dianna Douglas, NPR, 6 June 2026
Jarvis notes that on her family's ranch, new animals are kept in a separate pen for several days before being introduced to the rest of the herd.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Noun
The Jurassic Park screenwriter notes that aliens, both real and fictional, might exist entirely outside of the bounds of human comprehension.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Judd is great at deflecting studio notes.
—Simon Bland, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
The new edible notes are warmer, richer and far more grown-up than the cotton candy era that defined early 2010s gourmands.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
The herbal notes are complemented by floral St-Germain and fresh citrus for a smooth, refreshing finish.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Kids ages 9 through 12, the advisory notes, should not operate any e-bike faster than 10 mph.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Zach Thomas brought his fellow linebackers over to his home for film study sessions each week during the season to share his notes on opposing teams and players.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
This is a talented ensemble unable to show off those talents because they’re all reduced to instruments that play only two discordant notes.
—Charles Lewis Iii, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
There are other, less traditional notes, too.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notes
Verb
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Attendees seemed keen to squeeze as much networking as possible out of the gala, often chatting with their associates and neighbors during speakers’ remarks.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
6 June 2026
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Yes, remarks those catty modernists made about their host could be less than savory, but Stein wasn’t bothered.—
Emily Cox,
ARTnews.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
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The assault with a deadly weapon happened during the incident, records report.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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Court records out of the Southern District of New York show Bankman-Fried is appealing his case.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Verb
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In the clip, Pete runs up to the glass front door of Pooch Play and Stay and paces in front of the entry until a staffer notices him and lets him in, taking him back to the daycare area.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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Her smile in the fantasy is one of relief and clarity, which cuts so hard after watching the dread pile up before Leslie notices her.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The footnote in the Bluebook mentions this deduction.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Ironically, DirecTV mentions a recent blackout of Scripps stations from Comcast Xfinity that started April 1 this year and lasted over a month.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Evoking the scale and precision of the most celebrated Russian novelists, Daniyal Mueenuddin’s debut is a modern history of Pakistan told in four distinct parts, each of which follows a different main character with specific ambitions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The film follows three souls across Edo-period Japan, 1865 New South Wales and 2027 Australia, where each lifetime carries the emotional imprint of the last.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 June 2026
Noun
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ActBlue’s lawyers, however, later warned in internal memos obtained by the New York Times that the CEO’s statements to Congress were inaccurate and could pose legal risks.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
10 June 2026
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Employees who work at the New Labor Agency Building, at O and 9th streets, were also sent memos informing them that the building does not have sufficient space to accommodate all employees in offices four days a week.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Collection efforts typically start with phone calls and letters and then escalate over time, which means borrowers often have opportunities to address the debt before a creditor reaches the judgment stage.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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In a bid to get Damian to consider granting bail for Rivera, the former congressman’s lawyers submitted letters from friends and former colleagues to both vouch for him and put their own finances at risk on his behalf.—
Jay Weaver
June 11,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Hearing her mothers’ cries, the 11-year-old apparently came to her aid.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
1 June 2026
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Then, the cries of Ginny’s baby are a major wake-up call for the couple that can’t be ignored.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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