1
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
Karon Warren, AJC.com, 11 June 2026
The financial media still quotes him here and there.
—Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
This article has been updated with a new quote from Nolan.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 10 June 2026
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Verb
Ask the facility to quote your service with your insurance as well as with a cash price.
—Karon Warren, AJC.com, 11 June 2026
The financial media still quotes him here and there.
—Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Noun
All of the quotes in the novel are from the actual newspaper accounts.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
This article has been updated with a new quote from Nolan.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quote
Verb
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Jelly Roll listed the date of separation as May 9, and cited irreconcilable differences.—
Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Another important technique cited by several panelists is designing systems that are effectively able to regulate each other.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
16 June 2026
Verb
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The same breakfast and lunch buffets are also served in the smaller bistro on Deck 8, which provides some excellent views of the surroundings—not to mention easy access to outdoor decks if wildlife is spotted during a meal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Obviously, there are a bunch of additional considerations that could significantly alter this story, and the researchers mention a few.—
Scott K. Johnson,
ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
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Kim predicted that Japanese live-action productions and Thai content are poised for broader international success, while Zameczkowski echoed the growing global appeal of Japanese IP.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Slaloming through the gears is a symphony for the senses, especially when the windows are down and the titanium exhaust notes are echoing off the canyon walls.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Students occupied the building and hung banners with mocking quotations from Horkheimer.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Lowbrow sources such as Sunday funnies, B movies, and advertisements are present but are more diffuse, rarely coalescing into obvious quotation.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Magazine, but didn't reference him by name.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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You guys reference the film a lot on your podcast and Shrek has also been a figure on the awards show, including this year.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Newsom aides blame late paperwork amid emergency response, noting the donations were disclosed before regulators inquired.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Data collected in January also revealed several hundred adult king penguins across Heard Island have died, with scientists noting mortality was above normal levels.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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There was no call – and the story repeated itself seconds later when Bridges took a hand to the face from a Spurs defender.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Now many who helped build this movement say the next generation must continue fighting to be seen to be heard, and never take for granted how quickly history can repeat itself.—
Darius Johnson,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Conglomerates like Frito-Lay noticed when smaller indie pickle brands started to take off and Trader Joe’s quickly capitalized on the pickle craze with its private-label pickle offerings.—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Maybe not an 8-year-old’s, but mom's best friend is the only one besides her husband who seemed to notice.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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“Quote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quote. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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