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make reference

VERB
refer
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assign attribute cite hint indicate introduce invoke point out specify
STRONG
accredit adduce advert allude ascribe associate charge credit designate excerpt exemplify extract glance impute insert instance interpolate lay name notice point quote
WEAK
bring up direct attention give as example make allusion make mention of put down to speak about speak of touch on
Antonyms
STRONG
ignore insert neglect remove
WEAK
hold back

Example Sentences

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In his latest statement, Zelensky appeared to make reference to a French idea about a one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2025

It does not make reference to specific obligations.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 24, 2023

The ever business-savvy actor also updated her merchandise line with shirts that make reference to her personal drama, including a sweatshirt emblazoned with the words, “I’m a Motha.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 12, 2023

But he did not make reference to the judiciary's regulations or the law itself, which experts said both clearly required disclosure for gifts of travel.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2023

I’m about to make reference to another song we heard on our car ride—hoping that maybe it’ll bring her back in some way—when Justin’s voice comes from over my shoulder, asking, “So who’s this?”

From "Every Day" by David Levithan