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as in describing
to give an oral or written account of in some detail
recited the funny story of how he and his girlfriend met
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as in memorizing
to give from memory
after all these years, she's still able to recite the poems she learned as a child
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as in listing
to specify one after another
the Declaration of Independence recites a long list of grievances against King George III
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Recent Examples of reciting
Google is famous for dodging questions by reciting platitudes on its calls.
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Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Fox News Digital later interviewed SJSU Athletic Director Jeff Konya about Slusser's claims, playing a video clip of Slusser reciting those allegations at Mountain West media days July 15.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
When put on the spot to improvise a monologue, Simon cracks and resorts to reciting a scene from Pretty Woman.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 27 Jan. 2026
Rather than just showing these thinkers reciting their greatest hits, the longform discussions showcase all of the contradictions (and occasional rifts) between members of the same movement.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2026
What prompted the bill In 2023, Peoria Unified School District Governing Board President Heather Rooks began reciting Bible verses during the portion of the meeting reserved for opening remarks.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Naturalization ceremonies occur at the end of the citizenship process and involve candidates reciting an oath of allegiance to the United States.
—Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American Statesman, 21 Jan. 2026
Last season, Tory Burch’s backstage video of the nerd turned supermodel surprising her interviewer by spontaneously reciting the correct number of pi went viral.
—Derek C. Blasberg, Vanity Fair, 19 Jan. 2026
Strong wandered around for a little, the rangers trailing eagerly behind, reciting Colonial facts.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Fox News Digital later interviewed SJSU Athletic Director Jeff Konya about Slusser's claims, playing a video clip of Slusser reciting those allegations at Mountain West media days July 15.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
When put on the spot to improvise a monologue, Simon cracks and resorts to reciting a scene from Pretty Woman.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 27 Jan. 2026
Rather than just showing these thinkers reciting their greatest hits, the longform discussions showcase all of the contradictions (and occasional rifts) between members of the same movement.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2026
What prompted the bill In 2023, Peoria Unified School District Governing Board President Heather Rooks began reciting Bible verses during the portion of the meeting reserved for opening remarks.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Naturalization ceremonies occur at the end of the citizenship process and involve candidates reciting an oath of allegiance to the United States.
—Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American Statesman, 21 Jan. 2026
Last season, Tory Burch’s backstage video of the nerd turned supermodel surprising her interviewer by spontaneously reciting the correct number of pi went viral.
—Derek C. Blasberg, Vanity Fair, 19 Jan. 2026
Strong wandered around for a little, the rangers trailing eagerly behind, reciting Colonial facts.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reciting
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Some of Jackson's children spoke to CBS News Chicago, describing both the weight of this loss and the global impact their father leaves behind.—
Darius Johnson,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Brian Lyons said, describing the wind event as moving in very quickly.—
Amanda Musa,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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This – along with memorizing their individual preferences and an eye for spotting the next big thing in fashion – has cemented her name in a highly competitive industry.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Instead of memorizing numbers, children use their bodies to explore how heavy, how tall or how long something really is.—
Kaley Fedko,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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On its job listing platform, Binance is still hiring for over a dozen compliance roles.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Turning a spare room or second property into an Airbnb may sound like easy money, but many first-time hosts in cities like Louisville quickly learn that there is more to it than setting a rate and listing some photos.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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Morgan is passionate about telling stories that matter and bringing attention to underserved communities.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Here’s what allergists and immunologists are telling their own patients to use at home.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Securing two triage rooms to complete the exam as a way to ensure privacy in the busy emergency department, Dana, with help from Emma, begins the evidence collection while carefully outlining the process to Ilana.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The Broward Sheriff’s Office, like other law-enforcement agencies, has stringent rules on when its deputies can chase a vehicle, , outlining situations that allow for it, according to the agency’s policy.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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The immigration officer’s testimony recounting the moments before the shooting differed significantly from that of the defendants and three eyewitnesses.—
Hannah Schoenbaum,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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The immigration officer’s testimony recounting the moments before the shooting differed significantly from that of the defendants and three eyewitnesses.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Feb. 2026
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The flattering design is trimmed with lace detailing and features a tiny, delicate flower at the V-neckline for a romantic touch.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Arizona sheriff investigating the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's elderly mother, Nancy, is detailing how authorities were able to clear the Guthrie family as suspects in the ongoing kidnapping case.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Feb. 2026
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The conceit of narrating a year in one’s life through the toils and sensations of the kitchen is one that many have taken up before.—
Hannah Goldfield,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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With Rock’s unmistakable voice narrating every awkward win and painful loss, the series balanced humor with real-life lessons.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Reciting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reciting. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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