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as in notice
a written communication giving information or directions
I'm waiting for the memorandum that will explain the new vacation policy
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as in letter
a message on paper from one person or group to another
the studio executives depend on endless memoranda to keep track of what's going on at a movie shot on location
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Recent Examples of memorandum
Panama used to be one of these countries, but this week, Panama's President José Raúl Mulino said his country would not renew a 2017 memorandum of understanding to participate in China's BRI.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
The memorandum paves the way for a Saudi edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 4 Feb. 2025
In the latest effort to put his stamp on the federal work force, President Trump on Friday issued a memorandum invalidating government labor contracts finalized in the last 30 days before a presidential inauguration.
—Noam Scheiber, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2025
The memorandum comes as DeSantis tries to reassert his role in immigration enforcement amid a fierce back-and-forth with the Florida Legislature over dueling immigration bills that both aim to help President Donald Trump’s efforts to identify and deport immigrants who are in the country illegally.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
The memorandum paves the way for a Saudi edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 4 Feb. 2025
In the latest effort to put his stamp on the federal work force, President Trump on Friday issued a memorandum invalidating government labor contracts finalized in the last 30 days before a presidential inauguration.
—Noam Scheiber, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2025
The memorandum comes as DeSantis tries to reassert his role in immigration enforcement amid a fierce back-and-forth with the Florida Legislature over dueling immigration bills that both aim to help President Donald Trump’s efforts to identify and deport immigrants who are in the country illegally.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for memorandum
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Shoppers have taken to social media to document the egg crisis, sharing photos and videos of empty shelves, limit notices and other shoppers mass purchasing eggs.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Ed Villanueva Chino Hills :: Any further notice that the NFL is big business has been sadly confirmed once again with the announcement that the Rams will drop Cooper Kupp from the team because of contract issues.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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To send a letter to the editor about this article, submit online or check out our guidelines for how to submit by email or mail.—
Juan Peña,
The Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2025
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After more than a decade of trauma for the parents and a pair of lawsuits, Dr. Osbourne finally walked back the controversial suicide finding in a letter to a Pennsylvania court last month.—
Michael Ruiz,
Fox News,
16 Feb. 2025
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Elias Pettersson enters the break on a high note It’s been a while, but Canucks centre Elias Pettersson had a meaningful jump Saturday night.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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In contrast, broccolini has tender stems, smaller florets, and a delicate flavor profile with a subtle sweetness and a hint of peppery notes. Broccolini vs. Broccoli: Which Is Better for Your Recipe? Broccolini and broccoli are both versatile veggies that can be prepared in a variety of ways.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2025
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Bondi’s memo said her office would lead the task force with support from the deputy AG and other DOJ offices.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2025
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According to a memo from City Engineer Seng Thongvanh, the City renewed a long term water purchase agreement with Burnville in 2018, which began in 2019.—
Alex Malm,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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As a proud dad, the 38-year-old wrote his firstborn a sweet epistle to acknowledge his birthday.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
7 Feb. 2025
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One of the earliest witnesses to the spread of Christianity, the codex features the first epistle of Peter and the Book of Jonah.—
Lianne Kolirin,
CNN,
3 Apr. 2024
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Sadler’s picture appeared in an advertisement with the notation that he was promoted by Chuck Dixon.—
Keith Sharon,
The Tennessean,
20 Dec. 2024
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Avoid textbooks that say there are notations on the various pages, as these may not be the notes that earn you a good grade.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
11 Dec. 2024
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Since the famine declaration, malnutrition has persisted and spread to two additional camps in North Darfur and the Western Nuba Mountains and is predicted to reach five additional localities in the state before May.—
Avery Schmitz, Aleena Fayaz and Kaila Nichols,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
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Johnson County commissioners have issued a disaster declaration after tests found forever chemicals in soil, water and animal tissue on agricultural land.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Feb. 2025
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However, this new directive jeopardizes programs aimed at trans students, such as support for homeless students and school mental health assistance.—
Abby Monteil,
Them,
11 Feb. 2025
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The flurry of changes triggered by the directive has led to the erasure of articles featuring NASA astronomers from underrepresented communities that the agency published in years past, like this one.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Memorandum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/memorandum. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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