as in attribute
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
a genuine respect for one another is one of the most commonly cited attributions of a happily married couple
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Recent Examples of attribution
Transparency mechanisms such as feature attribution logging and traceable alert rationales are becoming standard components in pharmacy AI platforms.
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Ethan Stone
june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
Large language models regurgitate human ideas, often without attribution.
—Leila Sloman, Scientific American, 2 June 2026
First-strike platform Mass drivers on the moon would operate largely outside existing early warning and attribution architectures, thereby complicating detection and response by existing early warning systems.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 28 May 2026
Rick plays Danny one of his original songs, which, unfortunately for Rick, becomes a massive hit for Danny a few months later (with no attribution for Rick).
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 26 May 2026
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Ethan Stone
june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
Large language models regurgitate human ideas, often without attribution.
—Leila Sloman, Scientific American, 2 June 2026
First-strike platform Mass drivers on the moon would operate largely outside existing early warning and attribution architectures, thereby complicating detection and response by existing early warning systems.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 28 May 2026
Rick plays Danny one of his original songs, which, unfortunately for Rick, becomes a massive hit for Danny a few months later (with no attribution for Rick).
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attribution
Noun
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Gallen was an early exemplar of the trend toward high-riding four-seamers, as his other stuff was mostly average in college, with good control probably his best attribute.—
Keith Law,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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In addition to opacity, each of us prioritize varying secondary attributes in concealer (wrinkle-smoothing, crease-resistance, and ease of use, for instance).—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
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Next, a key characteristic of suburbs is that residents travel to the central city for work.—
Gretchen Kalwinski,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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Louise Cottar believes this cultural connection is one of the defining characteristics of the camp.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Among them was a December 2024 lesson about Christmas that featured Zwarte Piet, or Black Pete, a controversial Dutch holiday character known as a helper to Santa Claus who is depicted with exaggerated, racist physical features — including large red lips.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Delta’s current Sky Club rules reference a Grab and Go feature, saying existing Sky Club access policies and eligibility rules apply to all Grab and Go entries.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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What the Science Supports and What’s Still Unproven Hormonal shifts in appetite, energy and sleep quality across the cycle are real and well documented.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
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Swap pre-sleep scrolling for a book or magazine, dim the artificial light and let quality sleep do what it’s designed to do.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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Initially, these traits may contribute to career success.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The trait is now about the sibling instead of the child.—
Staff Author,
Parents,
13 June 2026
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Brocco said the foundation is still developing its application process and evaluation criteria before funding decisions are made.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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If a child meets the criteria, and doesn't require more intensive care at the hospital, Diouf hands them packets of Plumpy'Nut.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
13 June 2026
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“Attribution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attribution. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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