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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 references
Jennifer Baum Lagdameo, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
But the show makes up for those failings with scenes set on Bondi Beach or references to Tim Tams.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Her image and likeness have been reproduced in countless pop culture references through the years.
—Mason Leib, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
The anthology contains 18 references to Christianity, three references to Judaism and mentions no other religions.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Rather, this is the tour of the 2023 revival, which — under the guidance of acclaimed director and choreographer Josh Rhodes — modernized the musical by upping the pop-culture references and stage designs while still keeping the storyline firmly set in medieval times.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2026
Trump has made public references to the event.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Mar. 2026
Under the settlement, Buckfire agreed to remove all references to race as eligibility or selection criteria and clarify that its scholarships do not give preference to any student based on race or ethnicity.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
Goal of a change of government fades Yet, mere days into the war, White House officials have all but ceased references to a democratic spring that could sweep Iran’s government aside.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
Meticulous and never ostentatious, his work displays refined elegance, luxurious detailing, exacting craftsmanship, historical references, and a sumptuous materiality.
—Jennifer Baum Lagdameo, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
But the show makes up for those failings with scenes set on Bondi Beach or references to Tim Tams.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Her image and likeness have been reproduced in countless pop culture references through the years.
—Mason Leib, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
The anthology contains 18 references to Christianity, three references to Judaism and mentions no other religions.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Rather, this is the tour of the 2023 revival, which — under the guidance of acclaimed director and choreographer Josh Rhodes — modernized the musical by upping the pop-culture references and stage designs while still keeping the storyline firmly set in medieval times.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2026
Trump has made public references to the event.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Mar. 2026
Under the settlement, Buckfire agreed to remove all references to race as eligibility or selection criteria and clarify that its scholarships do not give preference to any student based on race or ethnicity.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
Goal of a change of government fades Yet, mere days into the war, White House officials have all but ceased references to a democratic spring that could sweep Iran’s government aside.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for references
Noun
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Soft music, meditation, or prayer can also be good sources of peace.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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The officials stressed that there is still time to solve the problem and that the embassy and the State Department were looking at potential solutions, including possibly importing fuel from private sources if the Cubans allow it.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That’s why an X-ray telescope that would be superior in those regards has so much discovery potential just awaiting it.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Black & Gold supporters can offer their kind regards to Alajuelense in person on Tuesday, when the 31-time top flight Costa Rican winners visit BMO Stadium for the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Ask for a review of the legal presence documents the DMV has on file.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ricciardia documents his final journey with an acerbic sense of humor, punctuated by Benna’s stop-motion animation.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Football players at power conference schools resemble pro athletes in many respects, while football players at FCS schools might not.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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The outcome of the dispute will depend on whether Campbell’s can prove the label matches in all relevant respects what’s inside the relationship.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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“References.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/references. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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