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as in commendations
a formal expression of praise
the citation for the Nobel Prize winner noted his major contributions to quantum theory
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as in awards
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed
a police officer who has received several citations for his work with troubled youths in the city
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as in quotations
a passage referred to, repeated, or offered as an example
in your paper be sure to include citations to back up any points you make about the play
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Recent Examples of citations
That same stretch also recorded speeds of 93 mph, 90 mph and 85 mph - all during the 30-day warning period, when no citations were issued.
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Tori Mason, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Williams noted that no citations were issued, administrative license violations brought or charges pursued.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
In response to the feedback, the city agreed to add a public health investigator position as well as an analyst to create a public dashboard for residential health complaints and citations.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
In December, Fullerton police surprised unsuspecting drivers by handing out gift cards instead of citations during some traffic stops.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
The commission’s citations report shows PG&E has been hit with millions of fines over wildfires, but no apparent penalties related to substation maintenance issues.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
No injuries or damages were reported, and no citations were issued.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
According to those citations, many employees have been burned by the chemicals in the liquid that pools up in Boring’s tunnels.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
There were 19 citations issued this year across hotels, residential buildings and restaurants.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Tori Mason, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Williams noted that no citations were issued, administrative license violations brought or charges pursued.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
In response to the feedback, the city agreed to add a public health investigator position as well as an analyst to create a public dashboard for residential health complaints and citations.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
In December, Fullerton police surprised unsuspecting drivers by handing out gift cards instead of citations during some traffic stops.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
The commission’s citations report shows PG&E has been hit with millions of fines over wildfires, but no apparent penalties related to substation maintenance issues.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
No injuries or damages were reported, and no citations were issued.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
According to those citations, many employees have been burned by the chemicals in the liquid that pools up in Boring’s tunnels.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
There were 19 citations issued this year across hotels, residential buildings and restaurants.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for citations
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The officers' actions earned them commendations as well as a Distinguished Service Award from the city of Bethlehem, one of three Hobson's received in the last two years.—
Janelle Griffith,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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She was honored with numerous commendations, including the Chief of Department Award for her professionalism and outstanding service.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
26 Nov. 2025
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Kia earned seven awards across different car types for the Kia Niro, Sorento, Sportage (hybrid), Sportage Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), EV9 (electric) and K4 and Sorento (gas).—
Sasha Lekach,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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For the sixth time in 12 weeks, both of the Big East’s weekly awards belong to the UConn women’s basketball team.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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One of the most brutal aspects of this book is reading quotations of the hate mail that families of the teens received.—
Dan Sheehan,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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And details from the records, including quotations, began to trickle out last month in court filings in the Oakland case.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
17 Dec. 2025
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The next day, on January 21, Porowski, Van Ness, France, and Brent all posted tributes to the show on Instagram in honor of the season-ten premiere.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
21 Jan. 2026
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In the creative industry, high-quality fan tributes are a testament to the enduring cultural impact of these franchises.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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He is mentioned in the study’s acknowledgements.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
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There’s still clearly a ways to go, but on this show, easy acknowledgements like that seem to make a big difference.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
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On Friday, my colleagues went to cover a protest and sent me quotes from people there, for a story on the rally's massive turnout in downtown Minneapolis, despite the subzero temperatures.—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
27 Jan. 2026
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Consumers will be able to access information about contractors and quotes.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
26 Jan. 2026
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On top of Megadeth’s Grammy accolades and double-platinum record sales, Mustaine beat throat cancer in 2019, holds black belts in taekwondo and karate, and owns a successful winemaking business with his wife and daughter.—
Eli Enis,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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WandaVision earned critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including 23 Emmy nominations and three wins.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Citations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/citations. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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