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
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025
Actress Aubrey Plaza has mentioned her amusement over the revelation in subsequent interviews.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Oct. 2025
Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
No mention is made of which kind of aircraft or its nation of origin, but the aircraft was likely American or one of its allies.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
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Verb
The film was mentioned in Prime Minister’s Questions in parliament the day after broadcast in the UK.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025
Actress Aubrey Plaza has mentioned her amusement over the revelation in subsequent interviews.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Oct. 2025
Noun
Only other Heat mention in any of the 49 categories was Norman Powell ‘also receiving votes’ as most underrated acquisition.
—Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
No mention is made of which kind of aircraft or its nation of origin, but the aircraft was likely American or one of its allies.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mention
Verb
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Shout out to @CamInman who noticed the 49ers had just 10 defenders (three linemen) on the play on which Fred Warner was injured.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
14 Oct. 2025
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Other rockers are starting to notice this positive trend, and theorize about why the kids are connecting so hard with bands who aren’t remotely humanized.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His defense lawyer, Larry Handfield, also did not comment, citing the same reason.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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The SeattleRed report, citing an anonymous source with knowledge of the case, placed the number at more than 100 corrections officers.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Trump did not specify why certain federal workers would not qualify to receive back pay owed to them.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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The Russian vessels are expected to make several port calls in foreign countries, which the Pacific Fleet did not specify, and conduct other exercises during the deployment.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But critics noted that the bulk of San Diego’s new units are market-rate, and the city is much further behind pace approving subsidized units for moderate-income and low-income residents.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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The most recent, published in February, noted that the PFNA assessment was scheduled to be released in the second quarter of the financial year, which ended in June.—
Sharon Lerner,
ProPublica,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Diane Brady is an award-winning business journalist and author who has interviewed newsmakers worldwide and often speaks about the global business landscape.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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Now, both Mahomes and the Chiefs are considered the favorites to win the NFL's two most coveted awards.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Other bacteria are associated with the breakdown of insect tissues, indicating these were also a part of his diet.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Oct. 2025
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But reports indicate the state could help cover maintenance costs or facilitate a sale.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The only thing missing from Alba’s record is a World Cup winner’s medal.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Entry fees vary and include a goody bag, souvenir shirt and finisher medal.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mention. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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