1
as in boom
a loud explosive sound
startled by the report of a gun
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2
as in story
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
gave a full report of their trip to London
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3
as in reputation
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
he's a player of good report in golfing circles
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
the report is that she was caught embezzling, but no one has any evidence
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1
as in to describe
to give an oral or written account of in some detail
will report the progress of the war effort before a congressional committee on Monday
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as in to record
to make a written note of
reported the lawyer's closing statement
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Recent Examples of report
Jeff Cox, CNBC, 30 Apr. 2025
The report adds to concerns that Putin will refuse to make concessions and stick to maximalist objectives, which also include prohibiting Kyiv from joining NATO.
—Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2025
Miami Herald 305-376-2616 Jacqueline Charles has reported on Haiti and the English-speaking Caribbean for the Miami Herald for over a decade.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 1 May 2025
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Noun
The report comes ahead of the next uncertain steps for Trump’s trade policy.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 30 Apr. 2025
The report adds to concerns that Putin will refuse to make concessions and stick to maximalist objectives, which also include prohibiting Kyiv from joining NATO.
—Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
Verb
Dolton, Riverdale deaths The medical examiner’s office also reported a homicide in Dolton involving a Chicago man.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2025
Miami Herald 305-376-2616 Jacqueline Charles has reported on Haiti and the English-speaking Caribbean for the Miami Herald for over a decade.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for report
Noun
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Already, cask investment companies are using the headlines to promote whisky casks as a safe investment, suggesting the tariff cut marks the start of a new export boom into India.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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In the video, there is a loud boom before a cloud of black smoke fills the air and flames erupt.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Despite the fallout, Owens remains firm in her belief that Ye’s story has been misrepresented and his mental health unfairly weaponized.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
5 May 2025
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For visitors, understanding this context in advance helps make sense of the powerful stories found in its streets and public spaces.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
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After six years of Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, that reputation is gone.—
Jim Schultz,
National Review,
1 May 2025
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There’s another problem also, one that not all want to address out loud — hitting at Steinbrenner Field, with cozy Yankee Stadium-size dimensions and supposed launching pad reputation, has been tougher than expected.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2025
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After a second-half slump persisted into the playoffs last season, Bohm was the subject of trade rumors and the team did consider moving him.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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This comes after rumors the franchise executive produced by Andy Cohen was heading to the Ocean State started in December.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
7 May 2025
Verb
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Living history interpreters will interact with the public, describing the events of the time and the life of soldiers on campaign during the early 1800s.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2025
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Those amendments — described by Sen. Faith Winter as the hearing began around 3:15 p.m. — will come at the end of what is set to be a long day in the Senate Judiciary Committee.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Geomagnetic storm conditions last recorded two decades ago impacted Earth in May 2024, an event that pulled the northern lights to northern Florida and Texas, with another similar northern lights display in October.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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While more than 2000 artists auditioned to join the competition, in the end, only the members of the winning band claim a $100,000 cash prize and a recording contract with HYBE Latin America.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The blast, launched off Jason Adam, gave Grisham 10 homers for the season and set up Escarra’s game-winner.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
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In his directorial film debut, Lin-Manuel Miranda delivers a blast of noise, color, and joy with the help of his cast, including Vanessa Hudgens, Judith Light, Bradley Whitford, and a host of Broadway legends.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
7 May 2025
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To make things more confusing, the 3D Metroid Prime saga is slotted between the earlier OG Metroid games, and to this day Nintendo continues to add new entries to the chronology.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
1 May 2025
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However, with former content supplier Disney among those going it alone and striking their own chronology deals, and sports rights now scattered in France, Canal+ faces further challenges to revive the share price.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Report.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/report. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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