referred to

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Some big trends they’ve noticed this year include around 40 clown shows, big ensemble casts and what Neville referred to as “artivism,” tackling topical subjects and “using theater to change the world.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Indeed, only last week, the president referred to Canada as "the 51st state", although there are also hopes that the tournament could provide an opportunity for diplomacy.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Those who have been referred to federal authorities this year include former New York Congressman George Santos and accounts linked to military spouses, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In some accounts, this fabric is referred to as a fixed, four-dimensional “block universe” — a complete map of all events, past, present and future.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

He was almost the cause of my not being admitted to graduate school by writing me a recommendation which—though it was a glowing one—repeatedly referred to me as “Jerry.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt