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as in mentioning
to give as an example
cited several experts' opinions to back up her argument
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as in specifying
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 citing
LaPierre announced his resignation from the organization in January 2024, days before the start of the trial, citing health reasons, according to the NRA.
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Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 3 June 2026
Staff members were sent scrambling in December and January after UMKC said KCUR and Classical KC would have to move out, citing building safety concerns.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Historical conservationists have condemned the projects, citing the need for formal review of historical structures and congressional approval of such changes.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The agency has since moved the insolvency date for OASI to the end of 2032, citing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's effect on taxation of benefits.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Authorities identified a woman killed in a three-vehicle crash Tuesday in Deerfield Beach, citing excessive speed as a possible contributing factor in the collision, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said.
—Sofia Saric
may 27, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
In 2021, the condo board filed a lawsuit citing design and construction defects.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Paxton argues that Talarico is too far to the left to represent Texas, citing his previous comments on issues including immigration, the economy and transgender rights.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 May 2026
Across industries, this marketing tactic is on the rise, with Smith citing a 26 percent year-over-year growth for influencer activations.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 3 June 2026
Staff members were sent scrambling in December and January after UMKC said KCUR and Classical KC would have to move out, citing building safety concerns.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Historical conservationists have condemned the projects, citing the need for formal review of historical structures and congressional approval of such changes.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The agency has since moved the insolvency date for OASI to the end of 2032, citing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's effect on taxation of benefits.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Authorities identified a woman killed in a three-vehicle crash Tuesday in Deerfield Beach, citing excessive speed as a possible contributing factor in the collision, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said.
—Sofia Saric
may 27, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
In 2021, the condo board filed a lawsuit citing design and construction defects.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Paxton argues that Talarico is too far to the left to represent Texas, citing his previous comments on issues including immigration, the economy and transgender rights.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 May 2026
Across industries, this marketing tactic is on the rise, with Smith citing a 26 percent year-over-year growth for influencer activations.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for citing
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Ohtani was back to a full starter’s workload for the first time since 2023, even mentioning fatigue in his postgame interview after his second start of the season, and before games was working to address his offensive struggles.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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There is no trace of Fröbe-Kapteyn ever mentioning this horrific event in her letters, nor anywhere else.—
Eliza Goodpasture,
ARTnews.com,
3 June 2026
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Calfee tandems are custom-built, with consumers specifying nearly all components, at an average price of $20k.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
1 June 2026
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The attacks took place near Jiyeh, about 12 miles south of the capital, Lebanon's National News Agency said, without specifying if there were casualties.—
Khaled Wassef,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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Instead of simply quoting an original source without the full context of the surrounding information, the users can choose whether or not to follow the link and better understand the veracity of the author’s claim or statement.—
Jeremy Saks,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
26 May 2026
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In her preface, Corey offers a note of apology for the topic at hand, quoting the author David Sinclair—who, in writing about the Spice Girls, observed that his subject would require him to defend the group’s honor and his own.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
24 May 2026
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Additionally, the Department of the Interior is conducting site surveys, like geotechnical work, which is statutorily required, the White House said, noting that the surveys are standard practice to test the grounds and soil.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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But the idea that foreign influence is seeding a populist campaign against AI facilities is far-fetched, experts told Semafor last month, noting that Chinese media is instead likely exploiting existing US divisions over the tech.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
3 June 2026
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According to the Irvine Police Department, Chen installed cameras in their family's home after noticing a change of flavor in his drink and feeling ill for weeks.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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After applying to more than 3,000 jobs and internships over his time in school, the 23-year-old began noticing employers were no longer asking only for traditional computer science skills.—
Lisa Chambers,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Current pricing is indicating virtually no chance of cuts anytime through at least 2027.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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An appeals court found that there was no evidence indicating Carroll personally secured the outside funding.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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