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reference

[ref-er-uhns, ref-ruhns] / ˈrɛf ər əns, ˈrɛf rəns /
NOUN
remark, citation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
allusion hint innuendo mention note quotation
STRONG
advertence associating attributing connecting implication indicating insinuation mentioning plug relating resource source stating
WEAK
bringing up pointing out
NOUN
testimonial of good character
Synonyms
STRONGEST
character endorsement recommendation tribute
STRONG
certificate certification credentials
WEAK
good word
Antonyms
STRONGEST
disapproval
NOUN
printed matter with information
Synonyms
STRONGEST
evidence writing
STRONG
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They added it could "change conservation forever", as until now they had not held a complete genetic reference for Barbary macaques.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The findings also provide a valuable reference point for improving quantum chemical models of phosphate-based molecules.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

With the 67-72 reference, he’s describing the price of the Blue Owl public funds in cents on the dollar.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Simo recently rebranded her role to “CEO of AGI deployment,” a reference to artificial general intelligence—or AI that is smarter than humans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

This explanation given, the subject was dropped, and no further reference made to it by either Mr. Rivers or his sisters.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë