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as in citing
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 mentioning
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 quoting
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.
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Jeremy Saks, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
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
Meanwhile, in the White House briefing room this week, Secretary of State Marco Rubio filled in for Karoline Leavitt, the press secretary now on maternity leave, quoting rap lyrics in response to questions about Iran.
—Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
First, my kid and her friends are still quoting that AI-garbage wrestling podcast that went unbelievably far off the rails.
—Jason Kirk, New York Times, 5 May 2026
Elijah Strand ended the impact statement by quoting a scripture, and told Horner he would be judged.
—Briauna Brown, CBS News, 5 May 2026
The president made the point in a 60 Minutes interview on Sunday, and also slammed CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell for quoting from the gunman’s manifesto.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 1 May 2026
Ryan shot back, quoting a soldier from the CBS report, that telling the truth is important.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Officials are appealing for anyone with information about Sharon or Lewis’ whereabouts to call police, quoting reference P26120934.
—Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Jeremy Saks, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
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
Meanwhile, in the White House briefing room this week, Secretary of State Marco Rubio filled in for Karoline Leavitt, the press secretary now on maternity leave, quoting rap lyrics in response to questions about Iran.
—Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
First, my kid and her friends are still quoting that AI-garbage wrestling podcast that went unbelievably far off the rails.
—Jason Kirk, New York Times, 5 May 2026
Elijah Strand ended the impact statement by quoting a scripture, and told Horner he would be judged.
—Briauna Brown, CBS News, 5 May 2026
The president made the point in a 60 Minutes interview on Sunday, and also slammed CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell for quoting from the gunman’s manifesto.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 1 May 2026
Ryan shot back, quoting a soldier from the CBS report, that telling the truth is important.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Officials are appealing for anyone with information about Sharon or Lewis’ whereabouts to call police, quoting reference P26120934.
—Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quoting
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LaPierre announced his resignation from the organization in January 2024, days before the start of the trial, citing health reasons, according to the NRA.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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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
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The additional compute capacity in France will be used to service Mistral’s customers as well as other AI labs, Mensch said, without mentioning specific companies.—
Arjun Kharpal,Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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The executive noted that Gucci, founded in 1921, has had dalliances with the car industry and auto racing, mentioning that the grandson of founder Aldo Gucci was a race car drive.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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The area in and around the park was for many years the scene of protests, demonstrators’ chants echoing within the halls of the White House.—
Matt Viser,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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Speaking on Israel’s right-wing Channel 14 news, Katz said Israel would keep striking in southern Lebanon, echoing Netanyahu.—
Aditi Sangal,
CNN Money,
1 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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Over the course of Gregory Orr’s long career, his poems have become increasingly incantatory, more and more like chants or psalms, repeating, reformulating, reaching for the edges of the same rich metaphors.—
Craig Morgan Teicher,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Those tactics — long throws and their trademark inswinging corners — are worthwhile repeating tonight.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
31 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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“Quoting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quoting. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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