reference

Example Sentences

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That is understood to be a reference to the Islamic State group, though no group has said it was behind the attack.

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

Today’s lawmakers looking for a frame of reference may want to read up on the efforts to regulate a questionable trading platform of an earlier era, the “bucket shop.”

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 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

My head snaps up at this oblique reference to redlighting, but August stares beyond me, at a sidewall.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen