1
as in to notice
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments
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2
as in to cite
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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as in commendation
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed
received a special mention for her submission to the exhibition of local artists
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Recent Examples of mention
Stacy St. Clair, ProPublica, 4 Apr. 2025
Canoe and kayak clubs have also been mentioned as likely users at South Shores.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Constant Méheut, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
In January, one of Trump’s first executive orders effectively banned any mention of diversity, equity and inclusion, prompting the Smithsonian to shutter its diversity offices.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Illini gymnast Sam Phillips, a two-time All-American who transferred from the University of Nebraska last year, said NIL rules were mentioned at a meeting for new U of I athletes.
—Stacy St. Clair, ProPublica, 4 Apr. 2025
Canoe and kayak clubs have also been mentioned as likely users at South Shores.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
The new draft also echoes earlier versions by omitting any mention of security guarantees for Ukraine, a provision that Kyiv had long pressed for and managed to include in a draft last month but that Washington had long resisted.
—Constant Méheut, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
In January, one of Trump’s first executive orders effectively banned any mention of diversity, equity and inclusion, prompting the Smithsonian to shutter its diversity offices.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Whether Larry Fink is driving the debate or simply reacting, the omissions in the annual letter are worth noticing.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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This means not having their nose in their phone or earbuds in their ears when walking, but instead noticing other people and vehicles on the street.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Driving the news: Advance bookings for Canada-U.S. flights in April-September are down over 70% compared to this time last year, Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick reported, citing aviation data firm OAG.—
Nate Rau,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
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The president’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, will be leading the U.S. delegation at the upcoming talks, Axios reported, citing sources familiar with the plan.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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On October 21, Gov. Hobbs held a formal commendation ceremony to recognize the bravery and quick action of those who were vital to the evacuation efforts.—
Skylar Heisey,
The Arizona Republic,
22 Oct. 2024
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Former San Jose Public Art Director Barbara Goldstein appeared before the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors this month to accept a commendation for Womanhood.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The bill also gives the Office of the Secretary of Family and Social Services various requirements, including those to report specified Medicaid data to the Medicaid oversight committee.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Markle did not specify which of her pregnancies was followed by postpartum preeclampsia, but the conversation—a glimpse behind the curtain—is an honest and vulnerable one.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Swerdlow noted that the affordable and public housing units in his buildings will be indistinguishable from the workforce apartments and that all residents will have access to amenities like gyms, gardens and swimming pools.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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Quinn noted several limitations in Heal the Bay’s data.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Watkins is only the fourth sophomore to win the coveted award.—
Brad Adgate,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Zoom in: The biggest grant is a five-year, $5.9 million award to Humanities Texas, whose mission is to improve classroom teaching and support libraries and museums.—
Asher Price,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For example, the report cited that collision data collected in the Czech Republic indicated that the police database contained only 43% of the injuries recorded by the public health insurance system.—
Tanya Mohn,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Volunteers who maintain the path have been collaborating with the city of San Diego to update the signs indicating the rules for e-bike use.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Lane also noted that Spencer was supposed to be on the ice Wednesday night as a medal presenter.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The very best can cement themselves as medal favorites for the 2026 Milan Cortina Games.—
Nick Zaccardi,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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