touches (on or upon)

verb

Definition of touches (on or upon)next
present tense third-person singular of touch (on or upon)
as in specifies
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically I do want to briefly touch upon the medieval view of the world before talking about Gothic architecture

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches (on or upon)
  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
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • 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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