as in relates
to have a relation or connection
I don't think that rule of play refers to this particular situation
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of refers
While that advice refers primarily to metal utensils, the same principles apply across materials, especially where thin construction can increase the risk of breakage.
—
Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
As the state grapples with severe housing shortages, Newsom gave the coastal San Mateo County city, and 14 others, 30 days to respond to the notices before the state refers their cases to the attorney general for potential legal action.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Currently, Hoag refers 40 liver transplant candidates every year to one of the five transplant centers in Southern California.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
While López-Owens refers obliquely to Sweeney Bell, the clerk's other Democratic challenger attacks directly.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 26 Mar. 2026
The agency also offers Sabbath food boxes at no cost, refers individuals for health care and social services and manages a closet full of modest clothing for observant women.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
The title also refers, in a fond way, to the pasty white substance that can cling along with blood to a baby’s scalp just after its birth.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
The Supreme Court’s ruling refers only to the parents.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
In the episode, a doctor refers him to the North Side Christian Health Center.
—Barry Pintar, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
As the state grapples with severe housing shortages, Newsom gave the coastal San Mateo County city, and 14 others, 30 days to respond to the notices before the state refers their cases to the attorney general for potential legal action.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Currently, Hoag refers 40 liver transplant candidates every year to one of the five transplant centers in Southern California.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
While López-Owens refers obliquely to Sweeney Bell, the clerk's other Democratic challenger attacks directly.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 26 Mar. 2026
The agency also offers Sabbath food boxes at no cost, refers individuals for health care and social services and manages a closet full of modest clothing for observant women.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
The title also refers, in a fond way, to the pasty white substance that can cling along with blood to a baby’s scalp just after its birth.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
The Supreme Court’s ruling refers only to the parents.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
In the episode, a doctor refers him to the North Side Christian Health Center.
—Barry Pintar, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refers
Verb
-
Considered narrowly, statesmanship relates primarily to politics and government.—
John T. Shaw,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
-
There’s a lovely little formula called the small-angle approximation that relates the two.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
This also applies to bedding—trading a heavy winter-time duvet for one with a lighter material like a linen or cotton percale can be a nice refresh.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
-
The iconic Redbird — a name that applies to a paint scheme that’s adorned multiple classes of subway cars — began as an anti-graffiti effort in 1984.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Minnesota's lawsuit pertains to a bulk of the money stuck in deferral.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
18 Mar. 2026
-
Family care pertains to children as well as helping aging parents.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Refers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refers. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
