mention
verb (used with object)
to refer briefly to; name, specify, or speak of.
mentioning
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present participleof mention.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Others are carefully mentioning the offer on their updated résumés to clarify to recruiters why they are looking for positions on short notice.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
In response to separate allegations of plagiarism, Orelien admitted to making "unacceptable mistakes" in the past in his writing, without mentioning specifics.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
Gate agents now start making announcements earlier when a flight is oversold, including explaining why and mentioning compensation options right away for volunteering to take a later flight.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
BBC News has seen samples of stolen "fitness-for-work" medical examinations containing information such as blood and urine test results, along with doctors' notes mentioning conditions including a "shellfish and banana allergy".
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
I didn’t bother mentioning that lately what was threatening to do me in didn’t feel much like grief.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
