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has referenced

  • present perfect of reference (3rd person singular).

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We often hear the VAR has referenced glancing contact to uphold the decison of a yellow card.

From BBC Feb. 14, 2026

The Trump administration has referenced 2022 and 2023 opinions from the commission’s former general counsel, Anne Schuyler.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 26, 2025

Attorney General Pam Bondi has referenced the files for months, telling Fox News in February that the client list was “sitting on my desk right now to review.”

From Salon Jul. 7, 2025

In recent weeks, Ohtani has referenced the number of players the Dodgers have on the injured list, basically saying this was a period the team had to endure as it waited for them to return.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 17, 2024

Sheila Kennedy said she was diagnosed with anxiety and depression because of the attack, which she has referenced before.

From Washington Times Nov. 27, 2023