as in comments
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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1
as in reflects
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 notices
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 remarks
Maddie White, CBS News, 10 June 2026
And Xi’s remarks this time around were also missing a key phrase.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Whitman’s remarks came as part of a discussion, alongside veteran streaming CEO Anjali Sud, who led Vimeo for six years, about how strategies for pursuing scale over the past 20 decades have evolved.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 9 June 2026
The defense attorney's opening remarks were disrupted as Pino continued to visibly react, and the jurors left the courtroom.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 9 June 2026
The yearbook recognition comes months after the teacher's remarks about Kirk circulated online, drawing backlash and criticism.
—Rachel Del Guidice, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
The Guardian first reported on Stahl’s remarks to staff.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 9 June 2026
On and off the course and field, though, Downs has earned rave remarks from just about everyone that comes across him.
—Nick Harris
june 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Variety has reached out to Paramount for clarification on his remarks.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 2 June 2026
Emily Cox, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026
When contacted for comment, a Trader Joe's representative referred Fox News Digital to Palbaum's podcast remarks.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Keeping up with Truth Social posts, press conferences and off-the-cuff Oval Office remarks from the president can feel like drinking from a fire hose.
—Kevin Maloney, The Conversation, 18 May 2026
Those remarks, plus new numbers showing the fastest increase in the inflation rate in three years, have Republicans increasingly concerned about the party's chances in the midterm election.
—CBS News, 17 May 2026
Benitez was prone to making what were perceived as inflammatory comments about Chelsea in press conferences during his spell on Merseyside — remarks he was not allowed to forget when he was appointed at Stamford Bridge.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Industry outlook and leadership remarks Speaking at the event, ASELSAN President and CEO Ahmet Akyol emphasized the growing importance of autonomy in maritime defense.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
The seat will be up for grabs again in November, a fact Tunney noted in his concession remarks, according to the Detroit Free Press, part of the USA TODAY Network.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 6 May 2026
But Pimlott also remarks that Elizabeth was not especially interested in clothes for their own sake.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Noun
Mayor Lurie closed his remarks on an optimistic note, celebrating both the project and the community.
—Maddie White, CBS News, 10 June 2026
And Xi’s remarks this time around were also missing a key phrase.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Whitman’s remarks came as part of a discussion, alongside veteran streaming CEO Anjali Sud, who led Vimeo for six years, about how strategies for pursuing scale over the past 20 decades have evolved.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 9 June 2026
The defense attorney's opening remarks were disrupted as Pino continued to visibly react, and the jurors left the courtroom.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 9 June 2026
The yearbook recognition comes months after the teacher's remarks about Kirk circulated online, drawing backlash and criticism.
—Rachel Del Guidice, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
The Guardian first reported on Stahl’s remarks to staff.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 9 June 2026
On and off the course and field, though, Downs has earned rave remarks from just about everyone that comes across him.
—Nick Harris
june 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Variety has reached out to Paramount for clarification on his remarks.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 2 June 2026
Verb
Yes, remarks those catty modernists made about their host could be less than savory, but Stein wasn’t bothered.
—Emily Cox, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026
When contacted for comment, a Trader Joe's representative referred Fox News Digital to Palbaum's podcast remarks.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Keeping up with Truth Social posts, press conferences and off-the-cuff Oval Office remarks from the president can feel like drinking from a fire hose.
—Kevin Maloney, The Conversation, 18 May 2026
Those remarks, plus new numbers showing the fastest increase in the inflation rate in three years, have Republicans increasingly concerned about the party's chances in the midterm election.
—CBS News, 17 May 2026
Benitez was prone to making what were perceived as inflammatory comments about Chelsea in press conferences during his spell on Merseyside — remarks he was not allowed to forget when he was appointed at Stamford Bridge.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Industry outlook and leadership remarks Speaking at the event, ASELSAN President and CEO Ahmet Akyol emphasized the growing importance of autonomy in maritime defense.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
The seat will be up for grabs again in November, a fact Tunney noted in his concession remarks, according to the Detroit Free Press, part of the USA TODAY Network.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 6 May 2026
But Pimlott also remarks that Elizabeth was not especially interested in clothes for their own sake.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remarks
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Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes must be directed to the Sponsor only, and NOT to Instagram, Facebook, or their affiliated entities.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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But the comments are where the fun really starts.—
Richard Wagoner,
Daily News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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This World Cup, like Yamal’s sentiments, reflects FIFA’s determination to chart a new course and, as its critics charge, a disregard for the sport’s past and its millions of fans.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Nothing that reflects the sheer abjection of the murderous dog pounds of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries or the many individual cruelties visited upon dogs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Verb
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In the clip, Pete runs up to the glass front door of Pooch Play and Stay and paces in front of the entry until a staffer notices him and lets him in, taking him back to the daycare area.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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Her smile in the fantasy is one of relief and clarity, which cuts so hard after watching the dread pile up before Leslie notices her.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Kids ages 9 through 12, the advisory notes, should not operate any e-bike faster than 10 mph.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Zach Thomas brought his fellow linebackers over to his home for film study sessions each week during the season to share his notes on opposing teams and players.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
Verb
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In the Africa section, the zoo eyes a revamp of the hippo and crocodile habitats and at least one additional exhibit.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
30 May 2026
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The New York Knicks took a commanding 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday as the franchise eyes its first NBA Finals berth since 1999.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
24 May 2026
Verb
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Eats Beat columnist Bud Kennedy covered a busy month of Fort Worth-area restaurant news in May, from beloved institutions closing to fresh brunch spots opening.—
Ryan J. Rusak,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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Illinois lawmakers voted to legalize sports betting, allowing a Chicago casino, slot machines at both city airports, casinos in the south suburbs, Waukegan, Rockford, Danville and Williamson County, slot machines at horse racing tracks and spots betting at casinos and tracks.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
Verb
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How Familiar handles privacy inside your home A robot that sees and hears what happens inside your home naturally raises privacy questions.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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However, her personable commanding officer Majid (Shafi al-Harthi) sees the value in her perspective when a high school student’s body turns up in the desert, and Nawal discerns clues from details which the policemen overlook, from the girl’s manicure to the embroidery on her abaya.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Lynn regards his factional triumph as a fait accompli.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2026
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Estevao regards himself as much a No 10 as a winger, and perhaps Pedro Neto could be effective more centrally, but Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens look less suitable for such a transition.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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“Remarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remarks. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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