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ri-MAHK/rɪˈmɑːk/

To remark is to say something as a comment; the noun is that comment: remark that, a passing remark. Remarkable (already in the dictionary) means striking. A corridor comment is not a minute.

Meaning

To say something as a comment; also (noun) that comment.

Examples

• “A remark in the corridor is not a minute; write the spare’s name.”
• “Comment is the close twin. Remarkable is already in this course (striking). Hearsay is colour. A name on a rota is the record. Write the name; leave the corridor for later.”

Good to know

Comment (verb or noun). Adjective mix-up: remarkable (already in the dictionary). A corridor comment ≠ a minute.

Near in meaning

comment

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