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noun

ˈad-ˌvərt How to pronounce advert (audio)
Definition of advertnext
chiefly British
as in advertisement
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest busily perusing the job adverts in the Sunday Times

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verb

as in to refer

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Recent Examples of advert
Noun
This will allow Joyn users to access ZDF news, docs, culture, factual and entertainment programs for free without adverts. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 July 2026 But his boyish face might never be plastered across TV adverts or the billboards of Times Square in the way his sporting peers are. — Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Verb
The application of this remark will be perceived by adverting to the act of congress for establishing the department of foreign affairs. — Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 29 July 2025 Patients on these weight loss drugs are advised to boost their protein consumption in order to advert muscle loss. — Christina Cheddar Berk, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for advert
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advert
  1. advertisement
  2. refer
  3. ad
  4. signal
  5. announcement
  6. mention
  7. release
  8. point
Noun
  • California Senate Bill 646 mandates that specific levels of arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury must be published openly on each brand’s website while packages and advertisements must clearly state how heavy metal testing is done.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The advertisement was done and presented in poor taste and the public didn't receive it well.
    — Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of advertisement
Verb
  • Another regional exclusive is slated in September for Japan, where Jordans do historically fare well, with an Air Jordan 12 calling back to the time Michael Jordan referred an exhibition game pitting NBA players against three sumo wrestlers.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The Department of Labor referred the Times to the the Department of Justice, which did not respond to a request for comment on whether the government plans to appeal.
    — Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of refer
Noun
  • Television, advertising entertainment news Apple TV raises prices without offering an ad tier, testing how much viewers will pay.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Users will not see ads or sponsored links near their conversations, and the chatbot's answers will not be influenced by third-party product placements, Anthropic had said.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of ad
Verb
  • That immediately signaled some future starting competition at best and a swing tackle option at worst.
    — Jon Machota, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Prospects of higher rates are also denting investors sentiment, after Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh signaled that a possible rate hike was on the table, warning that inflation was still above target.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of signal
Noun
  • Mongolian Cashmere Oversized Crewneck Sweater On the heels of the Practical Magic 2 announcement, Kidman cozied up in an oversized gray sweater and jeans for a casual-yet-polished outfit that is fit for many occasions.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The school did not mention Stephens or specify a reason for the change in its announcement.
    — Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of announcement
Verb
  • Clever and snappy, fresh and silly, a winning combination of classic Looney Tunes gags and contemporary concerns (the press notes mention many influences including, no joke, The Insider).
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Trump on Thursday even mentioned Xi was coming in a few weeks.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of mention
Noun
  • Vaughn pleaded no contest to murder in Dallas County in exchange for his release.
    — Brett Barrouquere, Arkansas Online, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Police, in a news release, said he was struck by a vehicle while in the far-right lane, and the driver remained at the scene.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of release
Verb
  • Aquarius January 20 – February 18 A price change may point you toward a better version of the plan.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • While keeping the knee lifted, point your toes away from you, then pull them back toward your shin three to five times.
    — Sophia Dyer, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of point

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