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Definition of commentnext
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comments plural a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event) the pundit's comments on the political events of the previous week were astute as usual

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Recent Examples of comment
Noun
Their videos — which show the everyday challenges of life in a wheelchair, often featuring Lawrence's dark humor — quickly took off, their comments and DMs flooded with messages from other wheelchair users or recovering addicts who found meaning in their story. Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026 Today’s headline act was former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who made his first comments on the conflict in the Middle East and the troubled path to peace. Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
Hulu has not yet commented on Paul’s status with filming now back up, and ABC has not made any statements about if her Bachelorette season could be revived. Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026 But to comment on either the administration or that article by Amy Chozick. Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for comment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comment
Noun
  • With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.
    NICOLE WINFIELD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, Arkansas Online, 24 Apr. 2026
  • The remark conveyed a familiar image of American military power, a projection of being technologically unmatched, logistically dominant and capable of sustaining operations indefinitely.
    James LaPorta, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • April 19 guest commentary The recent commentary on the Colorado Connector rail service was supportive of moving ahead.
    DP Opinion, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
  • This commentary was published in the Chicago Tribune.
    Jon Duffy, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Inspired by three new Chessmen flavors — Salted Caramel, Cinnamon Sugar and Brown Butter Pecan — the board reflects a color palette of rich caramel and brown butter hues, while also incorporating a hidden compartment in the base that’s perfect for storing cookies.
    Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
  • But Farrell insists that the fees reflect care and determination.
    Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The final drink had a subtle floral note with a hint of cinnamon that reminded me of horchata.
    Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Monahon has prepared some promising dramatic notes, but the play’s larger vision still eludes her.
    Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Matt Barrows’ analysis Fantasy impact Stribling would have seen top 30 upside if not for the signing of Mike Evans.
    Matt Barrows, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The belief that Trump has been following Nixon’s playbook in relation to Iran has been a staple of recent media analysis.
    Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 25 Apr. 2026

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