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as in to mention
to give as an example
cited several experts' opinions to back up her argument
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as in to specify
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 cite
Goldin’s family has spent years campaigning for his return, citing Israel’s commitment to the principle of leaving no one behind in conflict.
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Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
The judge cited the betrayal of parents' trust as one factor in the sentencing decision.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Boston City Councilor Julia Mejia publicized her bid for Council president, thrusting the typical backroom negotiations into the public eye while citing a desire to disrupt a process that has become exclusive and turned the job into an appointment.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
According to The Monmouth Journal and The Post and Courier, which cited a school spokesperson, Owen transferred to the College of Charleston in January and was in the middle of his second semester as a freshman.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
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Not to mention the titular bugs, a swarm of blood-invading creatures discovered by her new lover, the mysterious drifter Peter Evans (Namir Smallwood).—
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Hafley said Wednesday that having his name being mentioned as a head coaching candidate is flattering and humbling.—
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The guidelines include changes to alcohol recommendations, no longer specifying appropriate limits for men and women.—
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It was not specified whether any weapons were involved in the fight.—
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Russia’s state news agency TASS, quoting Botswana’s foreign minister, also reported that the country plans to open an embassy in Moscow soon.—
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Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach take turns transforming into floating marketplaces — docks converted to catwalks, hulls polished to reflective arrogance, sales reps who can quote fuel burn like yacht owners care about costs.—
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The theft wasn't noticed until a store employee saw that the entire caviar section was empty, which led management to check their security cameras.—
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One game, Jordan Ross, his roommate, noticed that Jake was too late to rotate over on a double-team from the baseline side on a drive.—
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Citizens Utility Board expressed outrage at the request, noting the increase would push the utility's total rate increases to more than $1 billion in less than a decade.—
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Deputies found Carter deceased on the scene, noting that no foul play was suspected.—
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This week, Walker County Coroner Joey Vick said that preliminary autopsy findings indicate that Johnathan Boley’s death is consistent with hypothermia, Fox affiliate WBRC, ABC affiliate WBMA and NBC affiliate WVTM reported.—
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In fact, earlier research indicates that such training could be detrimental, inspiring burnout.—
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