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reference

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


NOUN
testimonial of good character
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Nigel Farage was questioned over the vetting of new councillors, specifically in reference to Cooper, on a visit to St Helens on election results day.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

“INAROW62” opens with a “Scott Pilgrim” sound bite, continuing a reference point Díaz previously explored on the “Sayonara” track “Ramona Flowers” — named after the titular character’s edgy female love interest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The stars are cashing in with Instagram ads for Uber Eats, Sonic and Sephora that cannily reference the scandal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Most people in the industry reference estimates from Boston Consulting Group and McKinsey.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The big events in Jesus’ life were marked with reference to the moon, while everyday life was ruled by the sun.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife




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