1
as in specifying
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
try not to refer to the recent death of her aunt
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2
as in going (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
she studied so she wouldn't have to refer to the book during the exam
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for referring (to)
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Despite specifying various antics with pills, a belt-as-noose, and a gun, Cloud has given him no real demons to explore.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025 -
IEPs set out guidelines for the special education the school will provide the child, specifying the specific accommodations, type of instruction, and behavioral plans that will be used to support the student.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
8 Sep. 2025
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Neighbors reportedly told Ku’s brother that prior to the fateful Taiwan trip, Herchen and Ku could be heard arguing and mentioning divorce.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Also worth mentioning is Luminara’s Marina complex, which gives guests an alternative to off-ship exploration.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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As the president of a consulting firm that specializes in IBP, here’s why executives may consider implementing the IBP framework, along with how you can get started.—
Tom Strohl,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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In 2008, Maddalena left her executive position to establish a consulting firm specializing in leadership development.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Human rights groups, citing concerns over forced confessions, have condemned a wave of hundreds of arrests and warned that the government is using the June conflict as a pretext to escalate repression.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Fox 16 has reported possible sightings of the family in the area of Joe V’s Smart Shop at 12009 Northwest Freeway, citing Houston police.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
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Nutrafol Skin Clear Skin Nutraceutical was born because Nutrafol’s team was hearing from dermatologists that some patients taking Nutrafol’s hair growth supplements were also noticing their acne clear up.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Times, however, reported that the boat had turned around after noticing a military aircraft following it.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
16 Sep. 2025
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Friedman assured the financial community that these hard times will pass, quoting Warren Buffett.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the same time Moss was rocking an earring and quoting Jeezy, Surtain was rounding into an All-American at Alabama.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
12 Sep. 2025
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Lin compared Russia’s justification for the war to the messaging of China, noting expansionist aspirations in both countries.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Cox also called for restraint in reaction to Kirk’s assassination, noting that residents of Utah did not riot or loot or engage in violence, and instead held vigils and said prayers.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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The 50-week moving average in July crossed above the 200-week moving average, indicating that an upward direction of trend may now be in place.—
John Navin,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Some tracks were also observed near the Apollo 17 landing site and areas associated with seismic activity or tectonic features, indicating that moonquakes or impacts may trigger the boulder falls.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Referring (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/referring%20%28to%29. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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