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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
Analysts also cited lower labor costs, the weaker yuan, innovative technological developments and a robust battery supply chain among Beijing’s key advantages.
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Sam Meredith, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
Despite the severe situation and evacuation warnings, there are still a significant number of residents who remain in the city who have cited different reasons for staying, including not being able to afford the costs of evacuation and transportation.
—Diaa Ostaz, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
Mitchell had left her daughter in Thomas' care for 45 minutes, according to a criminal complaint cited by The Times and PIX11.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
When explaining this downward movement in prices, analysts cited several developments, including profit taking and a decline in market sentiment.
—Charles Lloyd Bovaird Ii, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Economic factors such as no income tax, like the rest of Florida, and more affordable housing options also were cited as factors.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
In the aftermath, city officials and the district attorney cited the case as emblematic of deeper failures in Mecklenburg County's mental health and justice systems.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The company, a powerhouse in the party supply industry for over four decades, cited declining consumer spending, inflationary pressures, and the lingering effects of the pandemic as key challenges.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Wallace cited Journal Sentinel reporting from last week on comments from aldermen, who were frustrated that the council had no input and weren't informed of the selection until a weekend before it was made public.
—Drake Bentley, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Sam Meredith, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
Despite the severe situation and evacuation warnings, there are still a significant number of residents who remain in the city who have cited different reasons for staying, including not being able to afford the costs of evacuation and transportation.
—Diaa Ostaz, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
Mitchell had left her daughter in Thomas' care for 45 minutes, according to a criminal complaint cited by The Times and PIX11.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
When explaining this downward movement in prices, analysts cited several developments, including profit taking and a decline in market sentiment.
—Charles Lloyd Bovaird Ii, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Economic factors such as no income tax, like the rest of Florida, and more affordable housing options also were cited as factors.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
In the aftermath, city officials and the district attorney cited the case as emblematic of deeper failures in Mecklenburg County's mental health and justice systems.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The company, a powerhouse in the party supply industry for over four decades, cited declining consumer spending, inflationary pressures, and the lingering effects of the pandemic as key challenges.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Wallace cited Journal Sentinel reporting from last week on comments from aldermen, who were frustrated that the council had no input and weren't informed of the selection until a weekend before it was made public.
—Drake Bentley, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cited
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The cast incudes Taylor-Johnson and James, two of the hottest young actors in the business, both of whom are often mentioned as candidates to fill James Bond’s tuxedo in the next 007 film.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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As mentioned above, 19 states link pharmacists' ability to independently provide COVID-19 vaccines to ACIP recommendations.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
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Lopez noted and mocked Johnson’s comments, sarcastically asking why the mayor didn’t blame it on other historic phenomena.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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It has also been noted how KSE’s decision to empower Lewis and Garlick to run the club and to think more deeply about fan engagement.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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For the bumper-to-bumper Diamond plan, CarShield quoted a monthly rate of $149.—
Brian Sloan,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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Any Head to Head or career match stats quoted in this article are courtesy of PickleWave.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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His status for the remainder of the game wasn’t specified.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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The length of that previous extension wasn’t specified at the time.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Velasco quickly noticed improvements within his classroom.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Officers didn’t find an injured person, but noticed a man with a knife approaching them.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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However, Fazio notes that some vitamin supplementation, like with iron, should only be used in specific cases and otherwise avoided unless clearly indicated by a professional.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
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As part of their warnings, AI leaders have also indicated that entirely new jobs will surface with the AI boom.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Cited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cited. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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