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as in source
something mentioned in a text as providing related and especially supporting information
the author's argument is interesting, but the lack of references makes me wonder if it can be proven
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Recent Examples of reference
EW.com, 5 June 2025
Once approved, the Davidson County Board of Education will issue a public apology and clear the student's record of any reference to racial bias, finalizing the terms of the agreement.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 22 May 2025
Shortly after the series premiered a fan in Cleveland was ejected for directing an inappropriate comment at Duran referencing the attempt.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 22 May 2025
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Noun
The Maryland references suggest Ego's involvement here!
—EW.com, 5 June 2025
Once approved, the Davidson County Board of Education will issue a public apology and clear the student's record of any reference to racial bias, finalizing the terms of the agreement.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
Verb
Editor’s Note: A previous Outdoor Life story referenced a report from onX stating that approximately 1.5 million acres would be sold if the budget amendment were passed.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 22 May 2025
Shortly after the series premiered a fan in Cleveland was ejected for directing an inappropriate comment at Duran referencing the attempt.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reference
Noun
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Charlie Davis Season: 46 Placed: 2nd If Q was the hurricane blowing through Survivor 46, Davis was a source of calm geniality at the center, constantly quoting Taylor Swift songs while obscuring his careful, clever gameplay.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
29 May 2025
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Denim Première Vision maintained its reputation as a source for creative denim fashion.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
28 May 2025
Noun
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June 2, 2025 With regard to the Liaoning's flight operations with fighter jets and helicopters, the Japan Joint Staff reported that between May 25 and 29, the Chinese aircraft carrier conducted a total of 260 takeoffs and landings while operating near Japan, Taiwan and the Philippines.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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The first item above gives a player margin for error with regard to the second item.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Some videos document instances of bald eagles attacking and carrying small deer.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The Online Response Jama has documented her advice on social media (@haliijama), with many of her videos going viral online.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
Noun
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That same year, the FDA further eased several conditions with respect to the prescribing and sale of mifepristone.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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There’s already profound respect for what the Panthers have accomplished.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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“Reference.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reference. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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