references

Example Sentences

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But on “Shards” the trio has heightened its musicality: There are references to dance styles; the track “Barbershop” would fit perfectly onto a house-music playlist; and the improvisations emerge more naturally in the mix.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Research by Portegies Zwart and Lewis found references to comet sightings on five occasions during the surrounding centuries.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

Each piece reads like a finely crafted essay, enriched by astute literary references and poignant observations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Before hiring a daily money manager, ask for — and check — references, ask for proof of insurance and a background check.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

When Correns completed his experiments and was ready to assemble his paper for publication, he returned to the library to find references to his scientific predecessors.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee