as in comment
a briefly expressed opinion
the director made some short remarks about the new museum before officially opening the doors to visitors
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as in to comment
to make a statement of one's opinion
her date awkwardly remarked on the attractiveness of the background music in the restaurant
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I remarked the change in her hair color but didn't think it would be polite to say anything other than she was looking good
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Recent Examples of remark
Frank Rizzo, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The pope, who alternated between English, Spanish and Italian when answering questions, also criticized the Iranian regime’s killing of protesters in his first remarks on the topic.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Although September’s attack had an even wider reach, the threat was quickly contained, with some experts remarking that the hacker appeared sloppy.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
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Noun
In a matter of minutes the best of friends go from being giggling buddies to making bitchy remarks, then hurtful revelations, all with little motivation or sense.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The pope, who alternated between English, Spanish and Italian when answering questions, also criticized the Iranian regime’s killing of protesters in his first remarks on the topic.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
While Heinrich ponders the misfiring neurons in the brain of a mass shooter, Jack’s pursuit of Mink—a character whose skin color and ambiguous ethnicity Jack remarks on repeatedly—leads him directly into the urban teeth of the War on Drugs.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Although September’s attack had an even wider reach, the threat was quickly contained, with some experts remarking that the hacker appeared sloppy.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for remark
Noun
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Sturm declined comment on the elbow.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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The State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Inspired by three new Chessmen flavors — Salted Caramel, Cinnamon Sugar and Brown Butter Pecan — the board reflects a color palette of rich caramel and brown butter hues, while also incorporating a hidden compartment in the base that’s perfect for storing cookies.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But Farrell insists that the fees reflect care and determination.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But as the 21-year-old cornerback approaches the NFL Draft projected as a second-round pick, those closest to him remember when his size was the first thing people noticed, and often the only thing.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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Take our recent example game’s score of eight to six with a goal of 10 points; Fermat would notice that the game must end within five coin flips.—
Jack Murtagh,
Scientific American,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The final drink had a subtle floral note with a hint of cinnamon that reminded me of horchata.—
Tristan Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
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Monahon has prepared some promising dramatic notes, but the play’s larger vision still eludes her.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The cast also includes Naomi Ackie, who is seen in the trailer, reportedly as the scientist Hagen turns to for help following his disfigurement.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Ahmed and Alex, also Arsenal fans, are here hoping to see the same.—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The next step is to move from observation to reflection, and from reflection to action.—
Nicole Hockley,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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Featuring Luca Marinelli’s captivating performance, the miniseries examines the allure of authoritarianism and the corrupting nature of absolute power, a timely reflection on political dynamics.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Of recent, the actor—now finally finished her mammoth press run—was spotted in Saint-Tropez embracing a distinctly off-beat, anti-boho aesthetic in pooling denim jeans avec a matching bucket hat and brown leather jacket.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
22 Apr. 2026
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Imagine strolling through Newark Liberty International Airport and spotting puppies at every turn — baggage claim, security checkpoints, boarding gates.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Its leaders have eyed the narrow waterways like the Strait of Malacca through which this fuel flows as potential chokepoints if a future adversary wanted to strangle Beijing’s supply.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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And that's especially true for travelers eyeing the dreamy beaches of Sint Maarten.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Remark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remark. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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