General terms:
* Mention: This is the most straightforward and neutral term.
* Bring up: This implies that the topic was not previously discussed.
* Refer to: This emphasizes that the person is drawing attention to something specific.
* Allude to: This suggests a subtle or indirect mention.
* Point out: This implies that the person is drawing attention to something important or relevant.
* Introduce: This is used when someone brings up a new topic for discussion.
More specific terms:
* Drop a hint: This suggests a subtle, indirect mention with the intention of suggesting something.
* Bring something to light: This implies that the person is revealing something that was previously unknown or hidden.
* Throw out there: This suggests a casual, informal mention.
* State: This implies a formal or direct mention.
* Note: This implies a brief, factual mention.
* Acknowledge: This implies that the person is recognizing something that has been said or done.
* Raise: This implies that the person is bringing up a topic for discussion.
* Address: This implies that the person is directly dealing with a specific issue.
The best word to use depends on the context of the conversation and the intention of the person speaking.