1
as in to see
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
did you notice what she was wearing?
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2
as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
briefly noticed in his lecture the author's first published work
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as in announcement
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
a public safety notice regarding the need for a smoke detector in the home
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as in attention
a state of being aware
this malicious e-mail will be brought to the notice of the department head
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3
as in memorandum
a written communication giving information or directions
received a notice of promotion from the head of the company
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as in criticism
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
avidly reads the latest theater notices in the paper
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as in warning
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
in the event of a terrorist threat, the building will be evacuated with little notice beforehand
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Recent Examples of notice
Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Some people may have noticed that there’s been a desire to take a step back and work on developing projects and situations behind the scenes.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The decision was announced via an end-of-service notice on the company website.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
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Verb
The people of Connecticut have noticed and stopped taking the MAGA Senate caucus seriously.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Some people may have noticed that there’s been a desire to take a step back and work on developing projects and situations behind the scenes.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
His first proposal, which allowed just 30 minutes' notice of temporary teen curfews ordered by police, was vetoed by Mayor Johnson.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The decision was announced via an end-of-service notice on the company website.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notice
Verb
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Horner also talked about being concerned about losing his job, wanting to see his child and worrying about what was going to happen to him, Espinoza said.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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The people were lodging complaints about the government's intensifying crackdown on the internet that has seen regular shutdowns of cellphone internet connections, blocked popular messaging apps and cut access to thousands of other websites and digital services.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Eco effort As mentioned, the resort takes its aquiline ponds seriously and has an on-site team of marine naturalists to maintain them.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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One notable matriarch mentioned in Waters’s book is Phyllis Schlafly.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The timeline for any announcement remains fluid as the league works through the many options Kasten alluded to last week.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The move follows similar announcements from United Airlines and JetBlue, both of which raised baggage fees last week.—
Rio Yamat,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Feel daring, attention-grabbing and unapologetically you.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Atlanta rapper Offset is hospitalized after being shot in South Florida, according to his representative and authorities, in a developing story that is drawing national attention.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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John Deere signed a memorandum of understanding in 2023 that partially addressed those concerns, providing third parties with the technology to diagnose and repair, as long as its intellectual property was safeguarded.—
Caleb Jacobs,
The Drive,
8 Apr. 2026
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Because costs are based on estimates and not final bid prices, Hastings said in the memorandum that the village will reimburse Cook County for unexpected costs, not to exceed $150,000.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Verbeek’s trade with Philadelphia to acquire Gauthier in January 2024 has been widely praised, but his decision to ship center Trevor Zegras to the Flyers last summer has received criticism while Zegras thrives in Philadelphia.—
Greg Beacham,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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The sheriff previously declined to honor certain federal immigration detainers, drawing criticism from state lawmakers and prompting legislative changes.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras had a warning for the Milwaukee Brewers after he was hit on the hand by a pitch Monday night from right-hander Brandon Woodruff.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Byron Nelson rallies to dump Keller, sweep series Trophy Club Byron Nelson spotted Keller a couple of runs in the top of the first, but rallied with 4 in the third and 3 in the sixth to ease past the Indians 10-6 in a District 4-6A game on Tuesday at Byron Nelson High School.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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As Consequence of Sound notes, a billboard advertising the album was spotted on the route to Indio, California, the site of Coachella.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Notice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notice. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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