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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Meticulous and never ostentatious, his work displays refined elegance, luxurious detailing, exacting craftsmanship, historical references, and a sumptuous materiality.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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Noem and her chief adviser Corey Lewandowski -- who is reportedly also departing DHS -- both had a knack for lashing out, yelling and berating staff that crossed them, according to sources.—
Luke Barr,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Currently, most data centers draw from the public grid rather than securing their own energy sources – a fact that many associate with sky-high electricity prices.—
Eric Schmidt,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Also at the meeting, during which several residents spoke critically of the data centers proposed for Yorkville, Olson addressed some of the questions that have been arising with regards to the city’s data center plans.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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But these days, the reference is commonly negative, at least with regards to food prices, medical bills, guns, drugs, and urban safety.—
Lavender Au,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Destiny Littleton, former USC women’s basketball player now playing in Jerusalem, documents Iranian air strikes through social media videos capturing missiles and explosions overhead.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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The quality of that notebook, combined with their teamwork and growth throughout the season, earned them the Think Award, which is presented to the team that most effectively documents their journey through the engineering design process, the news release stated.—
Dawn Giangiulio,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 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 11 Mar. 2026.
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