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memo

[mem-oh] / ˈmɛm oʊ /
NOUN
note
Synonyms
STRONGEST
comment commentary diary inscription journal letter memorandum message missive remark summary
STRONG
agenda annotation calendar datum definition dispatch entry epistle gloss jotting line marginalia mark minute notation observation record reminder scratch scrawl scribble word
WEAK
obiter dictum thank-you
Antonyms
STRONGEST
silence

Example Sentences

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Worries that index demand will exceed the available float for such new issues stem from “misunderstanding and confusion,” says Nasdaq in a memo External link accompanying Monday’s announcement.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

A memo, which was described to ProPublica reporters, ordered the review to be completed within 10 days.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Korean Air employees were first notified about the measures in a memo that has been seen by the BBC.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Nonetheless, in 1971, a California Democratic congressman named Phil Burton blew the whistle after the fact, reading the secret Justice Department memo into the Congressional Record.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Today’s episode: Garrett missed the memo about not calling women ladies.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli