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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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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
Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
To date, there's no damning evidence proving that fluoridated water leads to any of the outcomes Kennedy mentioned, including loss of intellect.
—Erika Edwards, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
The book The History of Clay and Platte Counties, Missouri includes brief biographies of the pioneers that migrated to the area in the early days of settlement, including mention of Zadock Martin, the pioneer that built a dam on the Platte River with his sons.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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For example, Catherine doesn’t mention that Jonathan pierced his arm with his pocketknife — a gift from Mr. Brigstocke — and forced her to drink the blood.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
To date, there's no damning evidence proving that fluoridated water leads to any of the outcomes Kennedy mentioned, including loss of intellect.
—Erika Edwards, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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November’s Feel-Good Food Plan is here (with no mention of turkey in sight).
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
The book The History of Clay and Platte Counties, Missouri includes brief biographies of the pioneers that migrated to the area in the early days of settlement, including mention of Zadock Martin, the pioneer that built a dam on the Platte River with his sons.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
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In curating the luxury e-retailer’s fragrance selection for the end of 2024, she’s noticed many of the brands the company stocks are continuing to play with gourmand scents.Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
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Laoghaire’s farmhand notices what’s happening and rushes to her aid.Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 22 Nov. 2024
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The $4,000 Harris cited is on the upper end of independent estimates.Louis Jacobson, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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But critics - citing how the first two people executed shook for several minutes - say the method needs more scrutiny, particularly if other states follow Alabama's path and adopt the new execution method.CBS News, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2024
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The following commendation praising Richards’s work was delivered at the ceremony, the White House said.Fritz Farrow, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024
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With that in mind, a special commendation for professionalism goes out to Riehle for keeping a straight face during the film’s opening scene, when Santa reads aloud a sad letter announcing the death of his old friend Mr. Hucklebuckle. 19.Katie Rife, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
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Apple specifies that this release is about security though there will be bugs being squished as well.David Phelan, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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However, the application did not specify where filming would take place in the Queen City.Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 19 Nov. 2024
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The pair did not comment beyond the release but noted an arraignment has been set for noon Monday.Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
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The representatives noted that the owner had full intentions to work with the city to conform to the community’s needs.Rachel Royster, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Since 2002, the Unforgettable Gala has grown to become the API community’s longest-running awards ceremony.Matt Minton, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Board of Directors of City Trusts announced November 18 that three individuals received the 2024 John Scott award for their work in the field.John Werner, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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This indicates that the outer and internal tissues have thawed evenly.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
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Along with expanding their hardware into more storefronts, Radar will also use the funding to release additional offerings about customer behavior—like whether a customer picks up and places back down an item, indicating there was something about it the shopper didn’t like.Alexandra York, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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And though Parker and Sweeney had broken a rule (or 10) of protocol, Vance shared at episode’s end that they’d both been recommended for special medals.Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 4 Nov. 2024
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Along with his political and business endeavors, he was awarded the medal as a nod to his dedication to philanthropy.Sydney Lake, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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