reference
noun
an act or instance of referring.
have referenced
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present perfectof reference.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The song is full of apparent references to Kelce, including the lyric “Keep it 100 on the land/the sea/the sky,” which the tight end may have referenced in an Instagram post earlier this year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2025
“I shouldn’t have referenced other people’s opinions. I own that and apologize to her and everyone who’s been affected by similar circumstances,” he added.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 23, 2023
There are also a number of UFC fighters who have referenced the outspoken and flamboyant stars of WWE as being influential in their growth as entertainers, which in turn helps the promotion of fights.
From BBC ● Apr. 4, 2023
Hakstol alluded to it multiple times during his postgame session while players have referenced it repeatedly the past week.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 28, 2021
People have referenced “Veep” quite a bit in recent years, as it relates to the current administration.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 8, 2020
