adverts (to)

verb

Definition of adverts (to)next
present tense third-person singular of advert (to)
as in specifies
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically when our hosts adverted to the lateness of the hour we took the hint, and prepared to leave

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  1. specifies
  2. mentions
  3. cites
  4. indicates
Verb
  • Replace your carbon monoxide alarm every five to six years or as the manufacturer specifies.
    Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 5 Dec. 2024
  • But the measure that cleared the Peoria City Council specifies that those who are sleeping outside on public property will receive a warning and three penalties, beginning at $50 and escalating up to $750 for a third violation, though a judge could impose community service instead of a fee.
    Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of specifies
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  • The press release mentions that Excalibur is expected to fly with the new ISANKE and ICS technology onboard within the next few years.
    Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Although Joachim initially declines, Joseph mentions that a man in a blue robe encouraged him to meet her.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of mentions
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  • The lawsuit cites several songs and videos from Swift's albums Lover, Folklore, Midnights and The Tortured Poets Department.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In fact, Retail Dive cites a PMG survey indicating that half of Gen Z jetsetters like to immerse themselves in new cultures.
    Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of cites
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  • The yellow section indicates the tsunami hazard area.
    Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • While full-time job schedules are by far the most common type of work schedule, the evidence indicates that part-time jobs are on the rise.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of indicates
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