reference
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‘They threw tomatoes’ ”—a reference to a scene in the ad in which she is pelted with the fruit.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
The event has been dubbed "UFC Freedom 250," in reference to the United States' 250th anniversary celebrations this summer.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
There may be a time in the World Cup when a low target needs to be chased much quicker and England would have a useful reference point to fall back upon.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
They named the band Xcomm, a reference from the “John Wick” film franchise.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
“May I ask what this is in reference to?”
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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