as in specifies
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
I do want to briefly touch upon the medieval view of the world before talking about Gothic architecture
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches (on or upon)
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The law specifies the restrictions that, if respected, render an expenditure independent.—
Lawrence Lessig,
Time,
30 Apr. 2026 -
The commission also specifies that these tools must be made available free of charge.—
Robert Pearlman,
ArsTechnica,
27 Apr. 2026
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The part purportedly written by Vazquez mentions years of ridicule and rejection — one of the few full sentences of his written in all caps.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2026
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The report barely mentions voter concerns such as the cost of living, the conflict in Gaza and former President Joe Biden's age.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
22 May 2026
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Production designer Christopher Glass matches that vibrancy with such fantastical details as a rolling ball of stressors, bills, and eviction notices that only Velvet Gang leader Corvette (Keke Palmer) sees.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
23 May 2026
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During the search for the portrait, Pete notices that his hand has begun to fade.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
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Lemon cites the May 21 dismissal of all pending charges against four remaining activists who protested outside a federal building during last year’s immigration crackdown in Chicago.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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Developer cites improvements At previous public meetings and again on Tuesday, James Martin, AMH regional vice president, cited the quality of AMH homes and amenities planned for the development.—
Joe Marusak
May 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
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Specifically, Goodson notes that fermentation can enhance the absorption of nutrients like B vitamins and minerals such as calcium and iron that aren’t always easily absorbed in their original form.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
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Bees are another classic example, as 2001 research from the Journal of Experimental Biology notes.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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In his new encyclical, released yesterday, Leo quotes one literary character in the entire 40,000-word document.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
26 May 2026
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Haber always quotes his prices in dollars, even for visitors not from the United States.—
Theia Chatelle,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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Blood Pressure May Gradually Increases Research indicates that blood pressure may increase during perimenopause.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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Ship tracking information indicates the vessel had made a recent stop at Celebration Key, the cruise line’s private island, before the incident, Cruise Hive reported.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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“Touches (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touches%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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