1
as in specified
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 consulted
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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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026 -
The federal government then refiled the lawsuit in the city specified by the judge; that case is ongoing.—
Rebecca Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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About 14% of homebuyers 18 to 26 have consulted a community or government down payment assistance program (DPAP).—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Sullivan said Hall of Fame quarterback and broadcaster Troy Aikman, who was involved in the hiring process for both Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley, may be in the team’s draft room next week but won’t be consulted for picks.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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Wrapping up the conversation, Knowles mentioned her new venture, Badass Teenie B Productions, and emphasized the value of staying authentic and taking pride in your achievements.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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Another option mentioned by brokers for people looking to lower their costs is to consider one of the two types of Medigap plans that come with a deductible, which is currently just under $3,000 for a year.—
Julie Appleby,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Many of the world’s most popular musicians have cited Prince as an influence on their careers, including Beyoncé and Bruno Mars.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The driver of the Honda was cited for careless driving, according to the FHP.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The vehicle was apparently abandoned in the Hollywood Hills and towed to a police impound lot, where an employee noticed a foul smell emanating from the trunk last September and alerted authorities.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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The trader bet $119 that the weather in Paris on April 15 would jump past the equivalent of 64 degrees Fahrenheit, and weather enthusiasts online noticed a sudden spike in temperature on that day.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
23 Apr. 2026
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Lach said the district has no current information of any inappropriate behavior between Buetikofer and District 86 students, but noted the district is cooperating with authorities as the investigation continues.—
Alicia Fabbre,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Synology has noted that customers often get HEVC support through end devices, but that support isn’t a given in consumer products, including PCs.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 Apr. 2026
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Henry Kissinger used that argument to explain why academic feuds are so bitter.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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Copper wiring, which was used for communications for decades, is one of the first things being replaced.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Masjedi, quoted by the judiciary's Mizan news agency and other outlets Monday, said only four of the dead remain unidentified.—
April 20,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Iranian state media has also quoted officials suggesting Iranian negotiators might not make the trip.—
Cate Martel,
The Hill,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Referred (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/referred%20%28to%29. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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