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reference

[ref-er-uhns, ref-ruhns] / ˈrɛf ər əns, ˈrɛf rəns /


NOUN
testimonial of good character
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But about 18 months ago, Zapier started requiring hiring managers to have at least one live conversation with a reference before making an offer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Employees also circulated an open letter that criticized Musk’s overall behavior, including a reference to the incident reported by Business Insider.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

You guys reference the film a lot on your podcast and Shrek has also been a figure on the awards show, including this year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The two sides often describe their relationship as one "forged in blood", a reference to the Korean War.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“I do not know. I am not well acquainted with the habits of cannibals; perhaps there is some reference in the Robinson Crusoe book. . . .”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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