Example Sentences

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Swift has referenced the Old Hollywood Taylor in her music before.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

"Toney has referenced it himself publicly that he has been very surprised by the standard for football in Saudi Arabia," Gulf-based sports journalist John McAuley, who covers the Saudi Pro League, told BBC Sport.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025

Prior to the latest revelation, Swift has referenced Dickinson several times while sharing and speaking about her music.

From Salon • Mar. 4, 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

Malone, who was born in New York, has referenced the Beehive state in several of his songs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2023