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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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as in specifies
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
Seven children have been killed and 38 have been injured over that time period, according to the organization, which cites Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health.
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CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The letter specifically cites concerns about the conduct of board chair Richard Rampell and CEO John LaBonia.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Reform cites the Chagos treaty as proof of the fecklessness and weakness of not only the Labour Party but also the Conservatives, who began negotiations with Mauritius.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
The series is not based amid the glitz and glamour of Beverly Hills or the hustle-heavy streets of New York City, which Joshua Brown, vice president of unscripted production NBCUniversal, cites may be a reason for RHOP’s underrated reputation.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 1 Mar. 2026
One mailer cites county budget figures increasing from roughly $251 million to nearly $497 million during his tenure.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 28 Feb. 2026
The company also cites a 25% reduction in absenteeism and says 21% more shifts are filled.
—Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
Gemini, which comprises 15 percent of AI searches and is the fastest-growing tool in the category, cites between seven to 10 sources per response.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
The Journal also cites safety as a top reason Americans are increasingly opting to live abroad.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2026
CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The letter specifically cites concerns about the conduct of board chair Richard Rampell and CEO John LaBonia.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Reform cites the Chagos treaty as proof of the fecklessness and weakness of not only the Labour Party but also the Conservatives, who began negotiations with Mauritius.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
The series is not based amid the glitz and glamour of Beverly Hills or the hustle-heavy streets of New York City, which Joshua Brown, vice president of unscripted production NBCUniversal, cites may be a reason for RHOP’s underrated reputation.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 1 Mar. 2026
One mailer cites county budget figures increasing from roughly $251 million to nearly $497 million during his tenure.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 28 Feb. 2026
The company also cites a 25% reduction in absenteeism and says 21% more shifts are filled.
—Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
Gemini, which comprises 15 percent of AI searches and is the fastest-growing tool in the category, cites between seven to 10 sources per response.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
The Journal also cites safety as a top reason Americans are increasingly opting to live abroad.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cites
Verb
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If someone mentions Garden of the Gods, images of Colorado's iconic, jagged red rock peaks likely come to mind.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Guasch-Ferré also mentions moderate amounts of fish or eggs as part of a healthy protein approach in midlife.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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And the amendment specifies that the bill would only apply to convictions that occur beginning July 1, 2026.—
Stephen Gruber-Miller,
Des Moines Register,
5 Mar. 2026
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The constitution of the British Indian Ocean Territory specifies that no one has a right of abode on the islands.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Talarico, 36, is a Presbyterian seminarian who quotes Scripture and rarely raises his voice.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The front entrance also features the bronze sculpture Hands of Peace by Henry Azaz, which quotes a blessing in the Book of Numbers.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The district board voted last month to issue preliminary layoff notices for more than 400 district employees.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Vanderpump notices details other guests miss, and bad lighting tops her list of hotel sins.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For older adults, especially those with lower appetites, Dai-Keller notes that protein-rich options like yogurt, tofu, and lentils, along with moderate amounts of fish or ground meat, can help meet higher protein targets needed to prevent frailty.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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For instance, Alphabet and Meta, which carry Aa2 and Aa3 ratings, had to pay 10-15 basis point premiums over their existing debt to get their deals done, an analysis from Janus Henderson notes.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Police radio traffic indicates officers were already racing toward the scene as calls flooded dispatch.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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An evacuation order indicates an immediate threat to life.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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