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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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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
Lawmakers in New Mexico also cited the intense immigration enforcement efforts in Minnesota as a reason to limit cooperation with ICE.
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David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
McCarty, in a statement, cited Matsui’s ability to secure federal funding for projects such as a $300 million infrastructure repair for the I Street bridge that connects West Sacramento to downtown’s Railyards.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Michael Kors’ 45th anniversary show, Ralph Lauren’s show, Altuzarra, and Khaite’s fashion show were cited as particular standouts.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Slok cited a slew of academic studies on AI and productivity, painting a contradictory picture about the utility of the technology.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
When asked how far off the NHL is from having an openly gay player, Sanderson cited Luke Prokop.
—Fernanda Figueroa, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Court records cited 96 calls to police regarding the Eco Motel between April 26, 2025, and June 17, 2025.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Feb. 2026
Just after the talks started, Iranian media cited 86-year-old Khamenei as saying Washington could not force out his government.
—Max Burman, NBC news, 17 Feb. 2026
However, Li on Tuesday cited internal YouTube data to argue that Kaley had not been addicted to YouTube at all.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
McCarty, in a statement, cited Matsui’s ability to secure federal funding for projects such as a $300 million infrastructure repair for the I Street bridge that connects West Sacramento to downtown’s Railyards.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Michael Kors’ 45th anniversary show, Ralph Lauren’s show, Altuzarra, and Khaite’s fashion show were cited as particular standouts.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Slok cited a slew of academic studies on AI and productivity, painting a contradictory picture about the utility of the technology.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
When asked how far off the NHL is from having an openly gay player, Sanderson cited Luke Prokop.
—Fernanda Figueroa, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Court records cited 96 calls to police regarding the Eco Motel between April 26, 2025, and June 17, 2025.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Feb. 2026
Just after the talks started, Iranian media cited 86-year-old Khamenei as saying Washington could not force out his government.
—Max Burman, NBC news, 17 Feb. 2026
However, Li on Tuesday cited internal YouTube data to argue that Kaley had not been addicted to YouTube at all.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cited
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But similarly to the three-man lineup mentioned above, Orlando’s starting quintet has played the fewest amount of minutes (126) compared to the other 31 five-man lineups from around the league on that list.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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Over nine episodes, Baber’s two-Zodiac-killer theory has not been mentioned, nor have the Atlanta child murders.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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And in a recent assessment of the chances for a Supreme Court vacancy, Washington consultant Bruce Mehlman noted that all of the justices are well-below the average age of 79 for those who’ve stepped down in recent years.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Tamony also noted an increasing interest in climbing roses and roses in containers, as well as plenty of interest in pinks as a single-color accent to the green foliage.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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The men stole valuables before attacking Van Dyke, according to Costa Rican authorities quoted by the news site.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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According to Hebrew media, which was quoted by the Times of Israel, Eden was found lifeless in an Athens hotel on Sunday by her brother.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2026
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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After publication, the spokesperson also specified that Ruemmler didn’t see Epstein as the victim in this matter.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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Stamos-Buesig in turn noticed problems with the group’s bank records and contacted the district attorney’s office, according to both prosecutors and Stamos-Buesig.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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As many fans have noticed, Muffin and all of the kids in the show grow up over time.—
Miranda Rake,
Parents,
19 Feb. 2026
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Divided Federal Reserve officials at their January meeting indicated that further interest rate cuts should be paused for now but could resume later in the year only if inflation cooperates.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2026
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Osta indicated there are no increases planned for the foreseeable future.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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