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as in to cite
to give as an example
I could quote to you a hundred instances in the past when you've lied to me
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as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
quoted Thomas Jefferson's views on liberty in her paper on the American Revolution
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Recent Examples of quote
Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Then came a Politico report quoting MAGA insiders who say that Musk has overstayed his welcome in Washington.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2025
Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2025
Dublin’s sole mention of the keeper, however, comes in a quote from Henry Miles that suggests her role in managing the moral conduct of residents.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 2 Apr. 2025
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Verb
The controversy was ignited when King quoted one of comedian Matteo Lane’s lines to him during an interview.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Then came a Politico report quoting MAGA insiders who say that Musk has overstayed his welcome in Washington.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2025
Noun
The Friends of Bear Creek Stables are tasked with asking for quotes for required coverage before making that decision.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2025
Dublin’s sole mention of the keeper, however, comes in a quote from Henry Miles that suggests her role in managing the moral conduct of residents.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quote
Verb
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Framework Computer, another PC vendor, has also temporarily discontinued several base models of the company’s 13-inch laptop, citing Trump’s tariffs on Taiwan.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Jean Boivin, head of the firm's Investment Institute, downgraded his outlook on U.S. stocks to neutral from overweight, citing rising trade uncertainty.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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But there’s no doubt that Jaclyn has taken it all a lot further by being so manipulative with Laurie, not to mention cheating on her husband.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Other reports mentioned rear wheels locking.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The dial’s vivid color is echoed by ruby root beads in juicy cerise and raspberry tones, interspersed throughout the chain.—
Milena Lazazzera,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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Friedman's expletive was likely echoed in countless boardrooms throughout the day.—
Joseph Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Each query can be customized — such as adding the state where the taxpayer lives — then cutting-and-pasting only the portions in quotations into the free generative AI chatbot of your choosing.—
Tor Constantino, MBA,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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This book is filled with direct quotations, archival documents and resources that show people saying really awful and challenging things in their own words.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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Calculate your cup size: To calculate, subtract your band size (as referenced in step one) from your bust size (as referenced in step two).—
Bianca London,
Glamour,
28 Mar. 2025
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Ballal denied accusations of stone throwing and said the soldiers mocked him, referencing his Oscar win while detaining him.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Quinn noted several limitations in Heal the Bay’s data.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Swerdlow noted that the affordable and public housing units in his buildings will be indistinguishable from the workforce apartments and that all residents will have access to amenities like gyms, gardens and swimming pools.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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By the end of World War II, most properties in Altadena had racially restrictive deeds or covenants – a trend being repeated in white suburbs across the country.—
Calvin Schermerhorn,
The Conversation,
8 Apr. 2025
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On Tuesday, after Mr. Trump repeated the idea, Mr. Netanyahu praised it as a benefit to the people of Gaza.—
Michael D. Shear,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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According to the Miami Herald, a separate guest stayed in the room with Tillman's dead body in the closet, but didn't notice it.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Correa noticed López motioning toward his leg during a walk of Jonathan India and immediately went to the mound for a visit.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Quote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quote. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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