remarking

verb

present participle of remark
1
as in commenting
to make a statement of one's opinion her date awkwardly remarked on the attractiveness of the background music in the restaurant

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2
as in noticing
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes I remarked the change in her hair color but didn't think it would be polite to say anything other than she was looking good

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Recent Examples of remarking Although September’s attack had an even wider reach, the threat was quickly contained, with some experts remarking that the hacker appeared sloppy. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026 Viewers have also been remarking on Jackie’s big age gap relationship with Dylan (played by Harry Lawtey). — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026 The rumors about the fake Carrey appearing at the César Awards started circulating online last week as people began remarking on his appearance on social media. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 2 Mar. 2026 Elizabeth quickly made an impression on her husband’s friends; one of them, Angelina Grimké, wrote a letter remarking that Henry did not seem equipped to handle his intelligent young wife. — Moira Donegan, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026 Iger presided over ABC's parent company when Kimmel was temporarily pulled from the air after remarking about Charlie Kirk's murder. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026 Romney took note of his political journey during his remarks at Monday's celebration, remarking on the bipartisanship that made Romneycare possible. — Jon Keller, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026 Best Things to Do Driving, tasting, eating, and remarking about the beauty of this part of California filled our days, and visitors have so many places to see, depending on their interests, from wine to olive oil, craft beer, honey, cheese, and farm-fresh fruit and nuts. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026 Of course, the women had a little fun before the Oscars were announced — each of them was handed a note and claimed it was signed by A-list audience members like Leonardo DiCaprio or Stellan Skarsgard, remarking on their good looks and critiquing the length of the bit. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remarking
  1. commenting
  2. noticing
  3. reflecting
  4. seeing
  5. noting
  6. spotting
  7. opining
  8. regarding
Verb
  • An unidentified woman on TikTok, using the username Ladydope6, posted several videos last month commenting on the attack on Martinez and implying she was involved in the altercation.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Speaker Pelosi will not be commenting further on this private matter.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of commenting
Verb
  • That matters because adults wait an average of nine years after first noticing hearing loss before treating it.
    — Allison Palmer July 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026
  • Research has increasingly pointed to app designs built for engagement and addiction rather than actual matchmaking, and users are noticing.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026
Definition of noticing
Verb
  • Today, semiconductors sit at the center of geopolitical discussions involving the United States, China, Taiwan and Europe, reflecting their role as a foundational input to nearly every sector of the modern economy.
    — Jim Bureau, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Accommodation includes two owner’s suites—one with a rotating bed, the other with a reflecting pool—a spacious full-beam VIP, and four guest cabins.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 June 2026
Definition of reflecting
Verb
  • True, nothing so grand as a massive dragon and naval battle took place, but seeing Rhaenyra start to change into someone almost unrecognizable from her younger, more innocent self was compelling in a deeper way.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • Hernandez, 29, a contractor based in Franklin, about 20 miles south of Nashville, undertook the $380 project with furniture from HomeGoods after seeing his pet spend most of her life tucked away in a little corner.
    — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Definition of seeing
Verb
  • Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller also spoke on Monday and reiterated the central bank's commitment to its 2% inflation target, while noting the pros and cons of forward guidance.
    — Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 7 July 2026
  • Worth noting Third baseman Matt Chapman (abdominal strain) will rejoin the Giants today and be re-evaluated.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Definition of noting
Verb
  • FireSat will help incident commanders get better information more quickly, and, unlike fire-spotting aircraft, the satellites can linger over a fire for days or weeks and aren’t hampered by high winds or smoke.
    — Eric Niiler, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Tuxedo cats have a black and white patterned coat, which is caused by a piebald or white-spotting gene.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Definition of spotting
Verb
  • Disagreeing with presidential actions is one thing, but opining on the psychology behind his decisions shows ignorance.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
  • The New York Times is cheering them on, opining in a recent editorial that artificially raising the prices of legal cannabis through higher taxes and fees will dissuade adults from consuming it.
    — Paul Armentano, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Definition of opining
Verb
  • The local health department is responsible for the initial investigation of consumer complaints regarding foods served or sold at retail food facilities, according to the California Department of Public Health.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 3, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026
  • Mora’s attorneys say Giumarra has not provided documents regarding its license to the nectarine variety.
    — Claire Rush, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Definition of regarding

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