Reference
Reference noun - Something mentioned in a text as providing related and especially supporting information.
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Synonyms for Reference
Stating and reference are semantically related. in remark topic. In some cases you can use "Stating" instead a noun "Reference".
Stating
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Both words in one sentence
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Fitch's line stating that "this man doesn't give a single, solitary droplet of shit about truth, justice or your American way" is a reference to Superman.
Source: Film / Runaway Jury -
Jan-Piet's bio drives the reference home by stating he himself cannot grow a beard and now travels the world to gain some respect.
Source: Video Game / Renowned Explorers -
A drill sergeant slaps one of the recruits after his 'bath', stating "Smells like victory" in reference to the famous line.
Source: Literature / Valhalla
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Stating and Reference. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/reference/stating
Reference & Stating. N.p., 2016. Web. 16 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/reference/stating>.
Stating or Reference. 2016. Accessed August 16, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/reference/stating.
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