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as in cites
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 mentions
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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as in quotations
a passage referred to, repeated, or offered as an example
he got a book of quotes from his favorite author for his birthday
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Recent Examples of quotes
Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Leapmotor quotes a 450-mile range on the WLTP cycle, which is always a little generous, so figure closer to 375 miles under the EPA protocol.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 7 Jan. 2026
Happy New Year, quotes readers!
—Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 3 Jan. 2026
The article quotes two current professors but doesn’t explore why other faculty members critical of the school were too frightened to speak on the record in what Corcoran described as a campus finally open to different opinions.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Fatsis quotes a Britannica editor comparing Wikipedia, disparagingly, to a public rest room—a comparison that’s not entirely wrong.
—Louis Menand, New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2025
In Mansfield Park, when one character talks of cutting down beautiful old trees, Fanny Price quotes poetry in their defense.
—Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
Then George breaks into a mischievous grin and quotes a song that his old mate John Lennon once sang, back in 1966.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 24 Nov. 2025
The brief quotes testimony from Brian Boland, Meta’s former vice president of partnerships who worked at the company for 11 years and resigned in 2020.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 22 Nov. 2025
Matt Richardson, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Peppered throughout the village are busts and plaques bearing quotes from Cucinelli’s favorite minds, from Mahatma Gandhi to Leonardo da Vinci.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
To get a few quotes, one of the first steps is to review your existing insurance.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
On January 5, less than one week after Tatiana died at just 35 years old of acute myeloid leukemia on December 30, Jack honored her with several moving quotes—including one from Tatiana herself.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
This story has been updated to remove quotes attributed to Michael Cohen, who has not been inside MDC.
—Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
The New York Times assembled a rail of escape-from-New-York quotes from business leaders.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
With the photographs, beloved quotes from figures such as the founder of fashion retailer Moda Operandi, Lauren Santo Domingo, and emotional ephemera not limited to eloquent caftans plus chic suiting, chosen to be displayed, each item was handpicked due to its sentimental meaning to Talley.
—Essence, 4 Nov. 2025
Two years later, Redanian managed to secure a few telling quotes about The Rats from an unnamed Netflix insider.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
Verb
The article quotes two current professors but doesn’t explore why other faculty members critical of the school were too frightened to speak on the record in what Corcoran described as a campus finally open to different opinions.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Leapmotor quotes a 450-mile range on the WLTP cycle, which is always a little generous, so figure closer to 375 miles under the EPA protocol.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 7 Jan. 2026
Happy New Year, quotes readers!
—Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 3 Jan. 2026
The article quotes two current professors but doesn’t explore why other faculty members critical of the school were too frightened to speak on the record in what Corcoran described as a campus finally open to different opinions.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Fatsis quotes a Britannica editor comparing Wikipedia, disparagingly, to a public rest room—a comparison that’s not entirely wrong.
—Louis Menand, New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2025
In Mansfield Park, when one character talks of cutting down beautiful old trees, Fanny Price quotes poetry in their defense.
—Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
Then George breaks into a mischievous grin and quotes a song that his old mate John Lennon once sang, back in 1966.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 24 Nov. 2025
The brief quotes testimony from Brian Boland, Meta’s former vice president of partnerships who worked at the company for 11 years and resigned in 2020.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 22 Nov. 2025
Noun
Consider shopping around, getting quotes from at least three different lenders to establish a baseline.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Peppered throughout the village are busts and plaques bearing quotes from Cucinelli’s favorite minds, from Mahatma Gandhi to Leonardo da Vinci.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
To get a few quotes, one of the first steps is to review your existing insurance.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
On January 5, less than one week after Tatiana died at just 35 years old of acute myeloid leukemia on December 30, Jack honored her with several moving quotes—including one from Tatiana herself.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
This story has been updated to remove quotes attributed to Michael Cohen, who has not been inside MDC.
—Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
The New York Times assembled a rail of escape-from-New-York quotes from business leaders.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
With the photographs, beloved quotes from figures such as the founder of fashion retailer Moda Operandi, Lauren Santo Domingo, and emotional ephemera not limited to eloquent caftans plus chic suiting, chosen to be displayed, each item was handpicked due to its sentimental meaning to Talley.
—Essence, 4 Nov. 2025
Two years later, Redanian managed to secure a few telling quotes about The Rats from an unnamed Netflix insider.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quotes
Verb
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Jackson also shared a screenshot of an article by Parade, which cites a report by Deadline that Jackson’s G-Unit Film & Television and Jonah Bekhor and Jonas Bell Pasht’s Citizen Jones are working together on the upcoming project.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
7 Jan. 2026
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Tanguay cites the connections made around the bar as one of his favorite things about being on site.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His decree specifically mentions creating an energy transition fund, which could be supported by government revenues from oil and gas exploration.—
Jennifer Morgan,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
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Thompson mentions that cartoons from this era often leaned on straightforward ideas about decency, and Doug fit that mold without being preachy about it.—
Alex Shoemaker,
Parents,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Each fin features quotations cherry-picked from a century of glowing Phantom press reviews.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
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The school alleged in the lawsuit that Phillips’ counsel later sent LAFS a demand letter that included quotations from his conversations with Heavener and Tammy Elliott, the school’s president.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Tagle notes these layouts showcase craftsmanship and express design intent, creating a bespoke feel.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Compared to 2019, Horvath notes that a higher share of people aged 55-plus and households with incomes above $150,000 are moving out.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Tribune repeats his charge that AIPAC influenced local Orthodox rabbis to pressure Leon to drop out of the race.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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The process repeats itself over and over again.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Later, after showing Joe how to work the Jet Ski crane, Nathan gets hit in the face by the hook — at the same time that Max notices that another Jet Ski has floated away and runs to get it.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
6 Jan. 2026
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Baer also notices her clients gravitate toward pieces that feel human and grounded.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Use this setting for any clothing that specifies permanent press on the care tag, as well as with more delicate fabrics that tend to wrinkle.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2026
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Instead, Indiana's Open Door Law only specifies the public's right to observe and record meetings.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Quotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quotes. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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