1
as in comment
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
the TV anchors provided a running commentary on the parade
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as in report
usually commentaries plural
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
the general's commentaries on his military campaigns rank among the best firsthand accounts of the war
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Recent Examples of commentary
However, the unprovoked commentary also sparked a familiar tension between Perry and fellow musician Kesha, 38.
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The post had no caption or other commentary from the pop singer.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025
Maluleke, the former men's professional player, fired off commentary at the speed and cadence of an auctioneer.
—Ryan Lenora Brown, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
Created by Mike White, The White Lotus became an unexpected hit for the way its first season skewered the wealthiest of the wealthy by combining absurd humor with sharp commentary on colonialism, racial politics, and class.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 8 Apr. 2025
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The post had no caption or other commentary from the pop singer.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025
Maluleke, the former men's professional player, fired off commentary at the speed and cadence of an auctioneer.
—Ryan Lenora Brown, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
Created by Mike White, The White Lotus became an unexpected hit for the way its first season skewered the wealthiest of the wealthy by combining absurd humor with sharp commentary on colonialism, racial politics, and class.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commentary
Noun
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Immigrant women describe 'hell on earth' in ICE detention The Trump administration did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Cabrera did not immediately respond to a request for comment Thursday.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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President Donald Trump’s administration again is replacing the acting IRS commissioner, according to media reports, as turmoil at the Internal Revenue Service continues.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Lopez Gomez was arrested Wednesday, according to the FHP arrest report.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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The Bottom Line is a business analysis column written by Evan Clark, deputy managing editor, who has covered the fashion industry since 2000.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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In a new analysis of Australia’s evolving entertainment landscape, research firm Media Partners Asia (MPA) projects the country’s video industry will reach $12.3 billion in total revenue by 2030.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Golden Eagles finished last season with a 25-9 record.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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During a hearing on Monday, a Collin County judge set his bond at $250,000, online court records show.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2025
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The work relied on the seismometer network’s observations of more than 200 earthquakes, each of which produced multiple types of seismic waves.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2025
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In simplest terms, the rate at which the universe expands on paper doesn’t match actual astronomical observations.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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Others realize there is a cost to companies that do not take climate change into account.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Select independent organizations can verify accounts directly.—
Bluesky Social,
Bluesky Social,
21 Apr. 2025
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In the search for the specific medical condition that will serve the dramatic needs, that well of story options is deep.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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This story contains details from the season finale of The Pitt on Max.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Commentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commentary. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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