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noun

ri-ˈmärk How to pronounce remark (audio)
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as in comment
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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verb

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as in to comment
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 to notice
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 remark
Noun
The president praised one of the judges in those cases during his remarks. — Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2025 President Trump on Friday afternoon gave remarks at the Justice Department. — The Hill, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
Health Care The Big Story White House says Social Security, Medicare safe after Musk remarks The White House is trying to assure Americans that President Trump will not make cuts to Social Security and Medicare after adviser Elon Musk went after entitlement spending. — Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 11 Mar. 2025 Many people remarked about the hazy conditions, including in Fort Lauderdale, as the wind pushed smoke across the region. — Juan Ortega, Sun Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for remark
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remark
  1. comment
  2. reflect
  3. notice
  4. note
  5. see
  6. reflection
  7. spot
  8. eye
Noun
  • Thanks for playing — and share your scores in the comments!
    — Mark Cooper, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Newsweek contacted Meyer's office for comment via email.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of comment
Verb
  • Each trophy reflects Jame Eagan’s age at the time that it’s awarded.
    — Abigail Lee, Variety, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The move comes as Raymond James increased its target price for Allegiant stock from $110 per share to $125, reflecting the airline’s potential for improved margins once freed from the Sunseeker burden.
    — Jackie Snow, Quartz, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of reflect
Verb
  • The new policy allows Ferbert to skip the time-consuming step of asking the council for permission in the form of a briefing session that must be scheduled days in advance and publicly noticed.
    — David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Retailers often anticipate a bump in sales around dividend time each year and even small businesses notice the uptick.
    — Shahar Ziv, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of notice
Noun
  • The clip sees the singer writing the news about the album in a note and sealing it, before walking away in a different, witchy outfit.
    — Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 Mar. 2025
  • As the press release for the special notes, Baldoni countersued in January.
    — Eric Andersson, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of note
Verb
  • Seattle saw some of Darnold’s best work up close in Minnesota’s Week 16 win at Lumen Field.
    — Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Houston, which used just three reserves the majority of the night before emptying its bench in the final minutes, saw its bench total 25.
    — Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of see
Noun
  • Boards must prioritize their own development through continuous learning and reflection, aligning their composition and contributions with modern organizational needs.
    — Glenn Llopis, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
  • But, like dancehall in Jamaica, popular music there has only grown more eerie, a reflection of the widening wealth gap, increased political corruption, and inflamed gang culture that is happening all over the world.
    — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of reflection
Verb
  • Although a tornado is not immediately likely, if one is spotted act quickly and move to a place of safety inside a sturdy structure, such as a basement or small interior room.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The tech giant is frequently spotted on the South Lawn with the leader and highlighted unique Tesla features next to Trump with three cars parked at the White House on Tuesday, which caused some to question the event’s ethical standing.
    — Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of spot
Verb
  • The 31-year-old PGA Tour pro is teeing off at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, eyeing the $20 million purse.
    — Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The House passed a resolution last month, but its fate now rests with the Senate, which is eyeing significant changes.
    — Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 6 Mar. 2025
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