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as in cited
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 mentioned
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 quoted
In his moving remarks, Crystal quoted the latter.
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Jake Coyle, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
The single thread throughout this herky-jerky tale is, oddly enough, the novels of Charles Dickens, taught by James’ grandfather, absorbed by James and quoted endlessly by Irving.
—The Know, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
In his moving remarks, Crystal quoted the latter.
—Jake Coyle, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Jed Nathan and Bryan Freedman are also quoted in that Times piece.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
Grammarly's parent company was hit with a class-action lawsuit on Thursday from one of the authors quoted as an expert in its tool.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 12 Mar. 2026
Girls and women are increasingly playing football alongside boys and men, an idea that would horrify at least one of the NWFL players quoted in Hail Mary.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
Prices are typically quoted per troy ounce, which is slightly heavier than a standard ounce.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
That would be a particularly disturbing piece of real hate mail Kubrin received late last year after she was quoted in a news story about immigration and crime.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
Jake Coyle, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
The single thread throughout this herky-jerky tale is, oddly enough, the novels of Charles Dickens, taught by James’ grandfather, absorbed by James and quoted endlessly by Irving.
—The Know, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
In his moving remarks, Crystal quoted the latter.
—Jake Coyle, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Jed Nathan and Bryan Freedman are also quoted in that Times piece.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
Grammarly's parent company was hit with a class-action lawsuit on Thursday from one of the authors quoted as an expert in its tool.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 12 Mar. 2026
Girls and women are increasingly playing football alongside boys and men, an idea that would horrify at least one of the NWFL players quoted in Hail Mary.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
Prices are typically quoted per troy ounce, which is slightly heavier than a standard ounce.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
That would be a particularly disturbing piece of real hate mail Kubrin received late last year after she was quoted in a news story about immigration and crime.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quoted
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State officials also cited a government code that protects names of superintendent applicants from public release.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Mar. 2026
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The original bill had been strongly opposed by insurance company officials who cited statistics about accidents and fatalities involving the youngest drivers.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
17 Mar. 2026
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Francesa also mentioned Wink Martindale, who interviewed for the Jets’ defensive coordinator role before the job ultimately went to Brian Duker.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Rubin visited the 2026 SHE Media Co-Lab @ SXSW on March 15 to dive deep into parenting and empty nesting alongside author Kim Holderness, who mentioned her lack of hobbies.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
18 Mar. 2026
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The same answer echoed from locker to locker among Illinois players Friday evening at the United Center.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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District 7 council member Macy Hill echoed Crain’s call for belt tightening from council members saying in a text message to the Star-Telegram that true fiscal conservatism starts at the top.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
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The White House has not specified what a deal may look like.—
Ana Ceballos
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Like actual bedtime stories at a sleepover, or campfire ghost stories repeated with a flashlight under your chin, Bedtime Stories creates images that can lodge in your brain for a decade and hold up to revisits.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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Trump repeated the claim later during another White House event.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
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On the morning of March 14, hospital staff noted his tongue had swollen and administered epinephrine.—
Bo Evans,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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The situation could change as its only been slightly over two weeks since the conflict began, as ISW noted.—
Christopher Tremoglie,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Customers noticed those higher costs and opted to eat elsewhere, which McDonald's noticed.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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On Thursday, the Rivian R2 made its formal debut with full trim and pricing information, but notably enthusiasts probably should, at least better have, noticed something missing.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
12 Mar. 2026
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According to police, a preliminary investigation indicated that Bigelow may have been involved in two prior motor vehicle crashes in the surrounding area earlier in the day.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
19 Mar. 2026
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The Clerk’s Office indicated that these numbers are on par with other primary elections in the county.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Quoted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quoted. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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