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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 cites
Jackson also shared a screenshot of an article by Parade, which cites a report by Deadline that Jackson’s G-Unit Film & Television and Jonah Bekhor and Jonas Bell Pasht’s Citizen Jones are working together on the upcoming project.
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Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2026
Tanguay cites the connections made around the bar as one of his favorite things about being on site.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Kary, who cites Sonny Clark and Horace Silver as influences, likes to vary his sets with pop standards, original compositions and some Bebop.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
The order, which cites unspecified national security issues, also applies to four other offshore wind farms in various stages of construction on the Atlantic coast.
—Alex Kuffner, The Providence Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
Writing in the show’s catalogue, curator and critic Magalí Arriola cites Urbano’s interest in theorist Michel Foucault’s concept of heterotopia.
—Javier Montes, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
Chris Wands, founder of The Wands Team at Douglas Elliman, cites wellness routines becoming more popular for this buying trend.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 Dec. 2025
The complaint specifically cites an alleged failure to ensure the toilet was securely fastened to the floor.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, which organizes the official Western Monarch Count, cites climate change, pesticide use, and loss of overwintering habitat as reasons for monarch decline.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2026
Tanguay cites the connections made around the bar as one of his favorite things about being on site.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Kary, who cites Sonny Clark and Horace Silver as influences, likes to vary his sets with pop standards, original compositions and some Bebop.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
The order, which cites unspecified national security issues, also applies to four other offshore wind farms in various stages of construction on the Atlantic coast.
—Alex Kuffner, The Providence Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
Writing in the show’s catalogue, curator and critic Magalí Arriola cites Urbano’s interest in theorist Michel Foucault’s concept of heterotopia.
—Javier Montes, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
Chris Wands, founder of The Wands Team at Douglas Elliman, cites wellness routines becoming more popular for this buying trend.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 Dec. 2025
The complaint specifically cites an alleged failure to ensure the toilet was securely fastened to the floor.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, which organizes the official Western Monarch Count, cites climate change, pesticide use, and loss of overwintering habitat as reasons for monarch decline.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cites
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His decree specifically mentions creating an energy transition fund, which could be supported by government revenues from oil and gas exploration.—
Jennifer Morgan,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
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Thompson mentions that cartoons from this era often leaned on straightforward ideas about decency, and Doug fit that mold without being preachy about it.—
Alex Shoemaker,
Parents,
4 Jan. 2026
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Use this setting for any clothing that specifies permanent press on the care tag, as well as with more delicate fabrics that tend to wrinkle.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2026
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Instead, Indiana's Open Door Law only specifies the public's right to observe and record meetings.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
30 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Asked how many people visit Bal Harbour Shops on average annually, Lazenby quotes his grandfather.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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After Grace quotes Zooey Deschanel's character, Thames grabs her face and kisses her out of the frame.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Later, after showing Joe how to work the Jet Ski crane, Nathan gets hit in the face by the hook — at the same time that Max notices that another Jet Ski has floated away and runs to get it.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
6 Jan. 2026
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Baer also notices her clients gravitate toward pieces that feel human and grounded.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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Tagle notes these layouts showcase craftsmanship and express design intent, creating a bespoke feel.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Compared to 2019, Horvath notes that a higher share of people aged 55-plus and households with incomes above $150,000 are moving out.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Additionally, the study indicates that 80% of magistrate judges throughout North Carolina do not possess a law degree.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Cites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cites. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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