TOUCHES (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

touches (on or upon)

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present tense third-person singular of touch (on or upon)

as in specifies

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically I do want to briefly touch upon the medieval view of the world before talking about Gothic architecture

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Before sending any money, make sure the document specifies the total settlement amount, when each payment is due and that satisfying those terms will resolve the remaining balance as agreed.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
The plan also specifies rezoning along major commercial corridors, including Winchester Boulevard and The Alameda.

— Ryan Macasero, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of specifies

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Elsesser mentions his natural collector’s streak and inclination toward abundance.

— Jeff Weiss, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026
Yet, remarkably, the editorial board never mentions this landmark 53-year-old legal framework designed to protect Chicago’s lakefront for the public.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of mentions

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The report cites statements by Israeli leaders as evidence of genocidal intent.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 11 Sep. 2026
The grievances extend to what Algeria cites as Emirati support for Khalifa Haftar in Libya (where Algeria backs the government in Tripoli) and Emirati involvement in the Sahel, both regions Algiers considers its own sphere.

— Tareq Alotaiba, semafor.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of cites

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Manchester United return to the Champions League after three years away, facing Azerbaijan outfit Sabah on… *checks notes* Thursday.

— Leon Imber, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Brough notes this is an entirely new product, blending high-end craftsmanship with design thinking from both the performance car and motorcycle domains.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of notes

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When the National Review advocates impeaching a Republican president and favorably quotes Democratic senators Elizabeth Warren and Adam Schiff, that’s news.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026
On the other hand, Hardwick quotes the leader of another troupe, who argues that kuda kepang performances should not include Islamic prayers.

— H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 7 Aug. 2026

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