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as in mentions
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
To support his claims, Weil cites population studies showing that people who maintain a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains have lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers than those who don’t consume these products.
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Jason Liebowitz, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Among the sectors Wolfe cites as appearing to take a significant hit to margins are furniture and auto retailers.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
The indictment cites nine specific victims who were allegedly targeted by Martin, ranging in age from 11 to 18.
—Mike Levine, ABC News, 31 Oct. 2025
Law enforcement cites Facebook evidence Law enforcement said Bejarano Colin made public Facebook posts about the betting, including posting brackets and confirming bets in comments.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2025
The brief cites a 2025 Stanford University working paper that found that immigration raids in California led to a 22 percent increase in daily student absences.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
The National Center for Homeless Education cites transportation as one of the biggest barriers preventing homeless students from regularly attending school.
—Kayla Huynh, jsonline.com, 28 Oct. 2025
But the section cites an obituary in the Texas State Historical Association website that does not make any such claims.
—Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
For important questions, make sure to click through to the sources Perplexity cites and conduct further research.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Jason Liebowitz, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Among the sectors Wolfe cites as appearing to take a significant hit to margins are furniture and auto retailers.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
The indictment cites nine specific victims who were allegedly targeted by Martin, ranging in age from 11 to 18.
—Mike Levine, ABC News, 31 Oct. 2025
Law enforcement cites Facebook evidence Law enforcement said Bejarano Colin made public Facebook posts about the betting, including posting brackets and confirming bets in comments.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2025
The brief cites a 2025 Stanford University working paper that found that immigration raids in California led to a 22 percent increase in daily student absences.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
The National Center for Homeless Education cites transportation as one of the biggest barriers preventing homeless students from regularly attending school.
—Kayla Huynh, jsonline.com, 28 Oct. 2025
But the section cites an obituary in the Texas State Historical Association website that does not make any such claims.
—Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
For important questions, make sure to click through to the sources Perplexity cites and conduct further research.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cites
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When Rhind mentions ‘transparency,’ he’s committed to exposing what goes on behind the curtain to help investors understand how YieldBoost works, as well as demystifying complex options strategies with clarity in order to empower those same individuals.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Mitsubishi also mentions an outdoor shower system with a water pump powered by the battery.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Oct. 2025
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The bill also specifies that if an AI causes harm, the human owners or developers would be responsible.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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The dress code also specifies the type of shoes to be worn and forbids facial tattoos or more than one facial piercing.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
18 Sep. 2025
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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
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Objects Are Mirrors Don’t describe a room — describe what that character notices in that room.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
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During the clip, the owner notices a large chunk has been ripped (or bitten) out of the flooring, and there’s only one suspect hovering around nearby.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Still, the team notes that the real world adds complexity.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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María del Carmen Eugenia Reyes Ruiz, professor at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, notes that the celebration differs throughout Mexico.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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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 9 Nov. 2025.
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