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as in source
something mentioned in a text as providing related and especially supporting information
the author's argument is interesting, but the lack of references makes me wonder if it can be proven
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Recent Examples of reference
Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
Part of the Central Museum of Prisoners of War’s work includes using remote sensing and historical references to document the people who lost their lives.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 June 2025
Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 6 June 2025
Throughout the novel, Rhys references Kant, De Beauvoir, Sartre, Virginia Woolf and Epictetus, among others, using knowledge as a balm and escape hatch.
—Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
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Noun
Little Mermaid references aside, this unique yet classic name suits a Cancer.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
Part of the Central Museum of Prisoners of War’s work includes using remote sensing and historical references to document the people who lost their lives.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 June 2025
Verb
Another referenced a different fan-favorite role of Adam's – Ben Wyatt in Parks and Recreation.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 6 June 2025
Throughout the novel, Rhys references Kant, De Beauvoir, Sartre, Virginia Woolf and Epictetus, among others, using knowledge as a balm and escape hatch.
—Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reference
Noun
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Yerevan has since sought to diversify its defense sources, reducing arms imports from Russia to as low as 10 percent by 2024.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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The likely outcome will be more paperwork on imports and burdens on small businesses, with less scrutiny at the source of production.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 June 2025
Noun
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With regard to shade, this umbrella does a good job at providing protection no matter what direction the sun is coming from, especially given the tilt feature.—
Sandi Schwartz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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With regard to the incident in LA this afternoon, the Senator in question was not wearing a security pin and physically resisted law enforcement when confronted.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
Verb
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Juelz’s life was documented frequently on Instagram, with an account dedicated to his adventures with Snoop.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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The section advises performers to keep their personal and professional accounts entirely separate, reminds performers to always document any threats issued against them, and to drive their community members to report and block all hate accounts involved.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
12 June 2025
Noun
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That first moment of contact often signals how a company values communication, respect, and transparency.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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With respect to the recent data sharing between CMS and DHS, HHS acted entirely within its legal authority—and in full compliance with all applicable laws—to ensure that Medicaid benefits are reserved for individuals who are lawfully entitled to receive them.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
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“Reference.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reference. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.
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