1
as in cited
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments
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as in quoted
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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Recent Examples of mentioned
Thunberg also mentioned the construction over the causeways and said that was likely part of the reason the lanes were not built two-wide during initial construction.
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Michael Praats,
Charlotte Observer,
4 July 2026
Herman Peterson, mentioned in the newspaper caption, was well-known and respected in the community for his involvement with the Boy Scouts, the historical society and many other organizations, according to Anselmo.
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Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
The fermentation reduces gluten and breaks down FODMAPs—which, as mentioned, can trigger digestive symptoms in some people.
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Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
There is a reason some students booed commencement speakers who mentioned AI this graduation season.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Asked what’s been the key to his success, Ryan mentioned consistency in his performances and then focused on his teammates.
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Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
The department’s limited release of materials prompted outcry and lawsuits from people saying the department was acting to protect rich and powerful people mentioned in the files.
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Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Ben mentioned before the risk factors that are spelled out in the SpaceX IPO, right?
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Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
3 July 2026
Many passengers mentioned the Boy Scouts specifically as the ones helping them before first responders were able to get to the rural location.
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The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
Michael Praats,
Charlotte Observer,
4 July 2026
Herman Peterson, mentioned in the newspaper caption, was well-known and respected in the community for his involvement with the Boy Scouts, the historical society and many other organizations, according to Anselmo.
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Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
The fermentation reduces gluten and breaks down FODMAPs—which, as mentioned, can trigger digestive symptoms in some people.
—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
There is a reason some students booed commencement speakers who mentioned AI this graduation season.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Asked what’s been the key to his success, Ryan mentioned consistency in his performances and then focused on his teammates.
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Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
The department’s limited release of materials prompted outcry and lawsuits from people saying the department was acting to protect rich and powerful people mentioned in the files.
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Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Ben mentioned before the risk factors that are spelled out in the SpaceX IPO, right?
—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
3 July 2026
Many passengers mentioned the Boy Scouts specifically as the ones helping them before first responders were able to get to the rural location.
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The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentioned
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At the same time, Hurlbut said young people are notably suspicious of AI and pointed out that this spring, several commencement speakers who cited the technology drew boos at graduation ceremonies in Arizona, Florida and Tennessee.
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Investigators allege in court documents cited by WGN 9 that on the morning of the shooting, Eddie was seen in nearby security camera footage driving to the area where Kiara lived and walking to the back of her home.
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Sharp-eyed court watchers also noticed that Sotomayor listed $4,333 in gifted concert tickets from Rimas Entertainment.
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Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.
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But Ginther noted that the way the stars were to be laid out was never specified, which means some of the designs can appear to be curious and compelling.
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Investigators determined that the first two originated from the same sender, the official told Reuters, though how that conclusion was drawn was not specified.
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Despite the criticism Williams has received for her hiring practices, Beasley-Pittman noted a decrease in the city’s personnel budget growth.
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People magazine at the time estimated the wedding cost $1 million and noted the event included four bands and a fireworks show.
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His price tag quoted as high as $171 million (€150 million) is a major stumbling block, however, raised by a disruptive bid for that amount from Real Madrid.
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At the Constitutional Convention, only the Bible was quoted more often.
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An original call for service indicated that suspects pulled up to a CBS media vehicle and began shouting racial obscenities at a CBS cameraman who is Black, a law enforcement source said.
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Mayor Mamdani indicated earlier this month that the World Cup isn’t the only big event New York City is hosting in the coming days.
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“Mentioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentioned. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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