1
as in to specify
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
try not to refer to the recent death of her aunt
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2
as in to go (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
she studied so she wouldn't have to refer to the book during the exam
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refer (to)
Verb
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New Hampshire Fish and Game did not specify any additional details surrounding Luth's medical emergency.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
15 June 2026 -
These sites have not yet been specified.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Detectives from the Roseville Police Department will consult with the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office regarding possible charges.—
Hannah McIlree,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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The city argued that the federal government must consult with the city before making changes to the President’s House Site.—
Michael Casey,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The same breakfast and lunch buffets are also served in the smaller bistro on Deck 8, which provides some excellent views of the surroundings—not to mention easy access to outdoor decks if wildlife is spotted during a meal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Obviously, there are a bunch of additional considerations that could significantly alter this story, and the researchers mention a few.—
Scott K. Johnson,
ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Sensors alone are not a cure for such failures, but better measurements can help engineers notice when important details are changing.—
Alex Krasnok,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
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Pryor also noticed that Black students were frequently more hesitant to participate in these conversations.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Verb
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Jelly Roll listed the date of separation as May 9, and cited irreconcilable differences.—
Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Another important technique cited by several panelists is designing systems that are effectively able to regulate each other.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
16 June 2026
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Authorities have said evidence indicated Wanner was kept alive for at least several days after she was kidnapped.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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As videos shared online Tuesday indicate, that work included a toxic chemical being being poured into the pool.—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Newsom aides blame late paperwork amid emergency response, noting the donations were disclosed before regulators inquired.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Data collected in January also revealed several hundred adult king penguins across Heard Island have died, with scientists noting mortality was above normal levels.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Now my kid can quote new research about the effects of caregiver screen use on children to back up those complaints.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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The salon dinner held Tuesday at the Peninsula Beverly Hills was organized under Chatham House meeting rules, which allow participants to speak freely with the understanding that they will not be identified nor directly quoted in any subsequent public discussion of what was shared in the room.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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“Refer (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refer%20%28to%29. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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