1
as in to see
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
did you notice what she was wearing?
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2
as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
briefly noticed in his lecture the author's first published work
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1
as in announcement
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
a public safety notice regarding the need for a smoke detector in the home
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2
as in attention
a state of being aware
this malicious e-mail will be brought to the notice of the department head
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3
as in memorandum
a written communication giving information or directions
received a notice of promotion from the head of the company
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4
as in criticism
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
avidly reads the latest theater notices in the paper
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as in warning
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
in the event of a terrorist threat, the building will be evacuated with little notice beforehand
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Recent Examples of notice
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2025
Gill, however, was too caught up in her routine to notice.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Julie Appleby, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
The families — who are Muslim, Roman Catholic and Ukrainian Orthodox — sought a preliminary injunction that would've required the school board to provide advance notice and the chance to opt their children out of instruction that involved the books.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Contributor Gaby Ulloa is officially a fan after noticing that her sleep improved after just one day.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2025
Gill, however, was too caught up in her routine to notice.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
The two teams of caseworkers were dismantled in a haphazard fashion that left some workers without an official notice but locked out of their computers.
—Julie Appleby, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
The families — who are Muslim, Roman Catholic and Ukrainian Orthodox — sought a preliminary injunction that would've required the school board to provide advance notice and the chance to opt their children out of instruction that involved the books.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notice
Verb
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Now in their early to mid-30s, both authors have seen their stories grow into global phenomena, with millions of readers and successful film adaptations.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Aboard the Carpathia and in later accounts, survivors told horrific tales of seeing fellow passengers struggling in the water around them.—
Greg Daugherty,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Dealing with the Unification Wars that had only ever been mentioned in passing, Macross Zero was meant to show how these wars were fought and, more importantly, what for.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The university in its statement to The Bee said the $500,000 salary mentioned by Wood in media reports for the permanent general manager referred to the total compensation package, including benefits.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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What to Know Putin's announcement came in a Telegram post on the Kremlin's official channel.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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The first details, screenshots, and trailer have been shared just a few days after an early tease and title announcement via social channels.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile Harris Dickinson, 28 gained attention with his role in 2024’s erotic thriller film Babydoll, playing a young intern who has a tumultuous relationship with his CEO, portrayed by Nicole Kidman.—
Zoya Hasan,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Allergies can also cause a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis that requires immediate medical attention.—
Breanne Hayes Haney,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Trump has launched a battery of orders and memoranda that have hobbled entire government agencies and departments.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
25 Apr. 2025
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Shoigu said the real intention was for peacekeepers to control Ukraine's mineral resources, which the Trump administration has signed a memorandum deal over.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For an artist so focused on the future, criticism doesn’t slow him down.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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The messaging also included criticism of U.S. policy that echoed China's public statements.—
Beijing and Washington Bureaus,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Apr. 2025
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Mysterious folders have appeared on PCs along with dire warnings.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, Abby went out to take watch and spotted two people on horseback, later revealed to be Joel and Dina, who had gone out early on patrol together.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2025
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Notably, one is the worker who spotted the tendrils in the pipes but didn’t have the opportunity to share that update with anyone.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Notice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notice. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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