1
as in specifying
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 citing
to give as an example
mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument
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Recent Examples of mentioning
Even being here strictly on assignment, there’s a patina of guilt around even mentioning Kanye that’s become impossible to scrub off.
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Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 2 Apr. 2026
That didn’t stop several neighbors from mentioning the Chicago Bulls great by name Monday night.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
There is, however, another trait worth mentioning, one perhaps even more foundational to the literal and metaphorical heights of professional rock climbing.
—Namir Khaliq, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Five-star reviewers make up the overwhelming majority of feedback, with most top feedback mentioning the brand’s stellar customer service and seamless installation.
—Brittany Nims, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
There’s huge demand for the massive leaks and databases of sensitive data obtained from simple access-and-exfiltrate attacks on companies, and that’s not even mentioning the potential ransom payouts that can come from holding that data hostage.
—Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
Maybe keep us from mentioning it ever again?
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
There are two final dinners worth mentioning.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2026
Just mentioning Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson generates a range of opinions.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 2 Apr. 2026
That didn’t stop several neighbors from mentioning the Chicago Bulls great by name Monday night.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
There is, however, another trait worth mentioning, one perhaps even more foundational to the literal and metaphorical heights of professional rock climbing.
—Namir Khaliq, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Five-star reviewers make up the overwhelming majority of feedback, with most top feedback mentioning the brand’s stellar customer service and seamless installation.
—Brittany Nims, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
There’s huge demand for the massive leaks and databases of sensitive data obtained from simple access-and-exfiltrate attacks on companies, and that’s not even mentioning the potential ransom payouts that can come from holding that data hostage.
—Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
Maybe keep us from mentioning it ever again?
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
There are two final dinners worth mentioning.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2026
Just mentioning Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson generates a range of opinions.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentioning
Verb
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An Amazon Web Services (AWS) spokesperson said the disruption was ongoing, without specifying the exact location affected or any potential damage done.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Access and collaborative agreements — and sometimes even land return agreements — come with requirements specifying what tribes can and cannot do with the land.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
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However, despite this, legal experts have raised concerns that Trump could try to sidestep Congress’s NATO guardrail by citing presidential authority over foreign policy.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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The space exploration company submitted a draft IPO filing to the Securities and Exchange Commission, with a possible listing expected in June, the news outlet reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Women suffering through the hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes and sleep problems that can come with menopause — all while looking in the mirror and noticing signs of aging — are being bombarded with products.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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But people in the capital began noticing.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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Social Circle doesn't have the infrastructure needed for a facility of that size, noting the town's water permit is limited to just one million gallons a day.—
Nakell Williams,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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At 8%, CPD has the lowest percentage of civilians among the 30 largest police departments in America, the study says, noting New York has a percentage of 31 and Los Angeles 24%.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The firm said in a statement that its restructuring is intended to support the long-term sustainable growth of its pricing, quoting and booking platform.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Mar. 2026
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Hunter has started quoting prices that reflect the jump in prices.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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One skeleton estimated at 10,000–12,000 years old was surrounded by evidence of bonfires, possibly indicating funerary rituals involving light.—
Ryan Brennan
April 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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His images show Kathrin standing in a dark blazer, flanked by security guards, next to a sign indicating that photography is forbidden.—
Simon Akam,
Vanity Fair,
2 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Mentioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentioning. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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