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as in mentioned
to give as an example
cited several experts' opinions to back up her argument
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as in noted
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
cited a number of similar instances of people surviving plane crashes
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Recent Examples of cited
Many fans cited transportation logistics and enhanced security measures as key reasons for the delays.
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Abby Dodge, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Investigators also cited writings allegedly authored by Proper, the youngest member of the group at 19 years old.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
Another important technique cited by several panelists is designing systems that are effectively able to regulate each other.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 16 June 2026
The investigation, according to the archives, cited several factors as contributing to the tragedy, including Holland’s disregard of procedures, the failure of superiors to take previous action and the inadequate preparation of crew members aboard the doomed plane.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 16 June 2026
According to prosecutors, who cited testimony and evidence at McCue's trial, the children allegedly suffered severe beatings and were forced to wear shock collars and stand naked on cinder blocks for hours or sometimes days at a time.
—Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The union cited the necropsy report to counter growing calls from activists and the Central Park Conservancy to ban carriage horses due to how they're treated.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 16 June 2026
Rothkopf cited the retirement of the ISP’s founding director Ron Clark in 2023 as the main reason.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 16 June 2026
Enderle, a local crime blogger for 857 Tucson, was cited for one count of public nuisance and released.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 9 June 2026
Abby Dodge, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Investigators also cited writings allegedly authored by Proper, the youngest member of the group at 19 years old.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
Another important technique cited by several panelists is designing systems that are effectively able to regulate each other.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 16 June 2026
The investigation, according to the archives, cited several factors as contributing to the tragedy, including Holland’s disregard of procedures, the failure of superiors to take previous action and the inadequate preparation of crew members aboard the doomed plane.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 16 June 2026
According to prosecutors, who cited testimony and evidence at McCue's trial, the children allegedly suffered severe beatings and were forced to wear shock collars and stand naked on cinder blocks for hours or sometimes days at a time.
—Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The union cited the necropsy report to counter growing calls from activists and the Central Park Conservancy to ban carriage horses due to how they're treated.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 16 June 2026
Rothkopf cited the retirement of the ISP’s founding director Ron Clark in 2023 as the main reason.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 16 June 2026
Enderle, a local crime blogger for 857 Tucson, was cited for one count of public nuisance and released.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cited
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Feinsand and Olney specifically mentioned some of the team's most expensive players, including first baseman Rafael Devers, shortstop Willy Adames and third baseman Matt Chapman, among those the Giants are looking to deal.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Johnny’s never even mentioned it to me.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The organization noted that Skydive Kansas City is a member in good standing of the sport’s governing body, and is cooperating with local authorities and federal investigators to determine the cause of the crash.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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All stats through Monday morning unless noted.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Iran Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, quoted by Iranian state media in a post on Telegram, said Iran sees this deal as a victory.—
Greg Myre,
NPR,
15 June 2026
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Prices are typically quoted per troy ounce, which is slightly heavier than a standard ounce.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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The United States would have 60 days to fulfill their obligations specified in the agreement, Aragchi said.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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Police also said that the man and woman knew each other, but have not specified their relationship, nor any possible link to the Kaiser complex.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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As a teenager, Cody noticed a girl named Rebecca during study hall and, according to Davis, winked at her from across the room.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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The Royals noticed the different demeanor.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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In a venue where circumstances would have indicated a tepid response to a less-than-blockbuster matchup, Santa Clara hosted a display of what the World Cup can be at its best.—
Christian Babcock,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
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Data from the report also indicated that streaming films with at least somewhat diverse casts tended to outperform in terms of audience and social media engagement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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