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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2
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
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2025
Gill, however, was too caught up in her routine to notice.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Julie Appleby, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
The families — who are Muslim, Roman Catholic and Ukrainian Orthodox — sought a preliminary injunction that would've required the school board to provide advance notice and the chance to opt their children out of instruction that involved the books.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Contributor Gaby Ulloa is officially a fan after noticing that her sleep improved after just one day.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2025
Gill, however, was too caught up in her routine to notice.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
The two teams of caseworkers were dismantled in a haphazard fashion that left some workers without an official notice but locked out of their computers.
—Julie Appleby, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
The families — who are Muslim, Roman Catholic and Ukrainian Orthodox — sought a preliminary injunction that would've required the school board to provide advance notice and the chance to opt their children out of instruction that involved the books.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notice
Verb
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From New York to Hollywood and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to Comments Stars have been everywhere this week.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Sey, who saw an opening in the market for a brand that speaks out on behalf of females everywhere, noted that no other athletic label is doing what XX-XY Athletics sets out to accomplish.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Apr. 2025
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Increasingly, he was mentioned as a candidate for national office.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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And what about the lawn mowers Van Hollen mentioned?—
Marie Sapirie,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Lucas Bravo is taking the season seriously, heading to social media April 30 to treat fans to an Instagram-official announcement of his relationship with fellow actor Shailene Woodley.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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While Drag Race’s latest announcement has fans buzzing, several fans have taken to social media to express their fatigue at seeing certain queens have additional chances after having already competed in previous All Stars seasons.—
Braedon Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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At the time, then-Trump spokeswoman turned critic Stephanie Grisham slammed media attention of the jacket.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Despite his rising stardom, Brunson has historically redirected attention to team success over individual accolades.—
Cynthia Pong, JD,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Trump has launched a battery of orders and memoranda that have hobbled entire government agencies and departments.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
25 Apr. 2025
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Shoigu said the real intention was for peacekeepers to control Ukraine's mineral resources, which the Trump administration has signed a memorandum deal over.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The move came after White House staffers lobbed criticism at comments made by Ruffin that were critical of the Trump administration.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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This comes as the Trump administration has faced growing criticisms for its hurried proceedings to remove as many noncitizens from the country as quickly as possible.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Sunday’s gale warning is in effect until Sunday evening, according to the National Weather Service.—
Matt Hubbard,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Braves scored three more runs in the eighth for a 7-6 lead, on an Ozzie Albies RBI single and Michael Harris II’s two-run double to the center-field warning track.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Notably, one is the worker who spotted the tendrils in the pipes but didn’t have the opportunity to share that update with anyone.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Abby went out to take watch and spotted two people on horseback, later revealed to be Joel and Dina, who had gone out early on patrol together.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Notice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notice. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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