reference

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The amount of lead found in the dino nuggets could be as much as five times higher than the reference level for children, officials warn.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The test lasted about 70 minutes, allowing them to practice approaching and backing away from part of the rocket, which served as a reference point for Orion’s movements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The reference to "straits" was to the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic shipping route off Iran's coast that Tehran has all but closed.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

It also said forces should narrow the circumstances in which they are logged on police databases - something that can generate a crime reference number.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

I’ll work there with the benefit of reference materials.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin