references

Example Sentences

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He likes to litter his text with references that AI wouldn’t suggest, including obscure quotes from “The Office.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Millan’s organization asked her for documentation, including five character references; for another fee, it would submit these up the line.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

There’s a spacecraft and a robot and pirate references, all catnip for sci-fi and dystopia lovers and all very well done.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The name "muraria," derived from the Latin word for "wall," highlights its tendency to inhabit building walls and subtly references the band's famous album The Wall.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

The lyrics contain many references to animals, foods, perfumed oils, etc.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin