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as in mentioned
to give as an example
cited several experts' opinions to back up her argument
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as in noted
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
cited a number of similar instances of people surviving plane crashes
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Recent Examples of cited
One open question is whether such a space would actually be used for the events now being cited as justification.
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Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
When asked about what is the most difficult part of outfitting a customer with an adaptive bike, Hal Honeyman sidestepped the entire mechanical issue and immediately cited funding instead.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Gary and Jeanne Platonoff, who own a rental home, were cited in February after a city code inspector found multiple issues on the property.
—Larry Seward, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Rodent issues at Angel Stadium had ceased since a 2007 report in The Times that the stadium had been cited 118 times for vermin violations in the previous two years.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Many of the world’s most popular musicians have cited Prince as an influence on their careers, including Beyoncé and Bruno Mars.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
At that time, the government cited the security law, saying that the funds and tools used or intended to be used in committing an offense shall be confiscated, as well as proceeds obtained in the commission of an offense.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
In fact, data from Insurify, cited by Insurance Business, show that the average annual premium in the Sunshine State is $8,292, about 181% higher than the national average.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
The facility was also cited for mice infestation throughout the facility and for not setting up a proper isolation area.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2025
Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
When asked about what is the most difficult part of outfitting a customer with an adaptive bike, Hal Honeyman sidestepped the entire mechanical issue and immediately cited funding instead.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Gary and Jeanne Platonoff, who own a rental home, were cited in February after a city code inspector found multiple issues on the property.
—Larry Seward, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Rodent issues at Angel Stadium had ceased since a 2007 report in The Times that the stadium had been cited 118 times for vermin violations in the previous two years.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Many of the world’s most popular musicians have cited Prince as an influence on their careers, including Beyoncé and Bruno Mars.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
At that time, the government cited the security law, saying that the funds and tools used or intended to be used in committing an offense shall be confiscated, as well as proceeds obtained in the commission of an offense.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
In fact, data from Insurify, cited by Insurance Business, show that the average annual premium in the Sunshine State is $8,292, about 181% higher than the national average.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
The facility was also cited for mice infestation throughout the facility and for not setting up a proper isolation area.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cited
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In a speech to the US Congress the day before, the King also mentioned the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks as the first time NATO’s Article 5 was invoked, and the UK came to America’s defense.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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In fact, The Economist reported that manufacturers overwhelmingly reported negative sentiments when tariffs were mentioned, with no respondents reporting positive views.—
Alex Durante,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The procedures noted that in some cases, outing students to parents could be dangerous to their health and well-being, and school officials should ask the students for consent to notify their parents of the support plan.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The news was announced in a statement from the Ministry of Culture, which noted that Giuli will neither travel to Venice for the preview of the exhibition nor attend its opening ceremony on May 9.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Prices are typically quoted per troy ounce, which is slightly heavier than a standard ounce.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Post quoted portions of the manifesto.—
Los Angeles Times,
Boston Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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While Berkshire has generally not specified who buys specific stocks in the portfolio, Combs has been thought to favor technology and financials.—
Alex Crippen,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
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Cook noticed that all of the lead characters could be said to have conflicting desires, which gave her idea of how to stage the show using the traditional singing/signing model.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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Their disappearance was not noticed for several hours and touched off a massive manhunt.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Mexican Navy indicated that the operation was the result of 19 months of surveillance and involved more than 500 personnel, six helicopters, and intelligence and reconnaissance aircraft.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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Authorities have indicated the case is being treated as a potentially antisemitic incident, though motive has not been confirmed.—
Bradford Betz,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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