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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
The team cites case precedent for the proposition that new conditions imposed on license renewals must include hearings at which evidence is genuinely scrutinized by the board.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 June 2026
The numbers Goldman cites are staggering.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 17 June 2026
The court cites responses from law enforcement entities who said the law creates unenforceable standards.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026
Notices to vacate can be served for unpaid rent or other reasons the landlord cites to cancel the rental agreement.
—Fresno Bee, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
The other two benefits that Griffin cites are more debatable.
—Gary Sernovitz, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Hudson and Moscoso Boedo's teen birth rate study specifically cites the American Time Use Survey, which documented a 44% decline in in-person socializing among teens between ages 15 and 19, from 2003 to 2019.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 13 June 2026
As evidence, Netgear cites several Reddit posts.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
The letter cites photos and videos allegedly showing live and dead rodents, rat droppings and traps throughout the office complex.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 June 2026
The numbers Goldman cites are staggering.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 17 June 2026
The court cites responses from law enforcement entities who said the law creates unenforceable standards.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026
Notices to vacate can be served for unpaid rent or other reasons the landlord cites to cancel the rental agreement.
—Fresno Bee, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
The other two benefits that Griffin cites are more debatable.
—Gary Sernovitz, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Hudson and Moscoso Boedo's teen birth rate study specifically cites the American Time Use Survey, which documented a 44% decline in in-person socializing among teens between ages 15 and 19, from 2003 to 2019.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 13 June 2026
As evidence, Netgear cites several Reddit posts.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
The letter cites photos and videos allegedly showing live and dead rodents, rat droppings and traps throughout the office complex.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cites
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Michaud mentions that the property has already brought in several high-profile viewers, noting how the location compares to ultra-luxury markets further south.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
20 June 2026
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While their 2024 Amplify conference was centered on sustainability and ESG reporting, the 2026 conference barely mentions it.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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If the fuel door or owner’s manual specifies 87 octane, that is what the engine is designed to run on.—
John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2026
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Fidelity, for instance, specifies that if a trader sells their allocation within the first 15 calendar days from the debut, their ability to participate in future public offerings will be impacted.—
Sean Conlon,Yun Li,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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The financial media still quotes him here and there.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Both models get an 85-kWh battery pack, and Mercedes quotes a maximum range of 312 miles for the more powerful variant.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
11 June 2026
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At first, the change is imperceptible but Nick notices that his sleepy village seems more vibrant, more populated with people.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The fantasy, in other words, is a man who notices what needs to be done and does it.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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The company further notes that by using an existing licensed facility for production, the project contributes to ongoing efforts to reestablish parts of the domestic nuclear industrial base for long-term energy and mission-critical applications.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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The report notes that road conditions were dry at the time of the rollover, which happened in Dakota County.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Recent research indicates that AI readiness is fundamentally a learning challenge rather than a technology purchasing decision.—
Michael Edmondson,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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An asterisk indicates that the artist is a caregiver.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
18 June 2026
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“Cites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cites. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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