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reference

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


NOUN
testimonial of good character
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The fragrance for the Rams is called “Conversion No. 2,” a reference to a bizarre play that went the Seahawks’ way during a 38-37 victory against their NFC West rivals in December.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The case has dragged due to judicial and prosecutorial recusals and other procedural challenges in what has become known as "Stop Stalingrad", in reference to a tactic aimed at wearing down proceeding through constant appeals.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

The eDNA analysis was paired with genetic reference material from physical specimens collected by the remotely operated vehicle SuBastian.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Netanyahu’s office said the visit led to “a historic breakthrough” in bilateral relations, in an apparent reference to the deployment of the Iron Dome missile-defense system for the first time outside Israel and the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

It was the only reference he made to the bear.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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