cites

verb

present tense third-person singular of cite
1
as in mentions
to give as an example cited several experts' opinions to back up her argument

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2
as in specifies
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 cites The letter cites comments Sharpton made during a July 14 TMZ appearance and an August 19 online vigil for Wells. — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026 Charles cites a sentence in the novel about one of Magnolia’s clients, a professor who has moved away but is reluctant to sell her Brickell condominium. — Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 The petition cites the cameras as helpful in identifying crime suspects, and notes that residents and business in the areas have asked for them to be turned on. — Zachary Fletcher, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 Pittman cites a recent project at Dallas Fort Worth Airport in which BCG incorporated frontline teams as the consulting firm built new digital tools designed to help the airport manage its growing number of passengers. — Haniya Rae, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 The complaint cites a couple of other instances of IPI’s use of the word toxic to describe Davis Gates and the CTU. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 The letter cites a 2017 order from the Los Angeles Superior Court obtained by Jeanie Buss as part of its argument, indicating this course of action is prohibited. — Sam Amick, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026 German business publication WirtschaftsWoche cites unnamed sources within Porsche in its story about the automaker’s plans to wind down production of the Taycan. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2026 The suit cites an August 2025 article by Forbes that alleged Pierson inflated the readership and valuation of her lifestyle newsletter during business pitches. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cites
  1. mentions
  2. specifies
  3. quotes
  4. notices
  5. notes
  6. indicates
Verb
  • The arrest affidavit made public this morning mentions a third incident — a fishing trip in Orange County during which Caruso allegedly touched the child’s genitals.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The text never mentions an application, résumé submission or previous conversation.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of mentions
Verb
  • The plan also specifies rezoning along major commercial corridors, including Winchester Boulevard and The Alameda.
    — Ryan Macasero, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The document also specifies that the tax would apply to any data centers located in space.
    — Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of specifies
Verb
  • When the National Review advocates impeaching a Republican president and favorably quotes Democratic senators Elizabeth Warren and Adam Schiff, that’s news.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026
  • On the other hand, Hardwick quotes the leader of another troupe, who argues that kuda kepang performances should not include Islamic prayers.
    — H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of quotes
Verb
  • Catherine notices this and kindly keeps talking with her to help keep her comfortable.
    — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Stuart goes outside and notices the front porch welcome mat is trying to communicate with him.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of notices
Verb
  • For all the chatter about the Georgia wide receiver position this month, Kirby Smart notes that success for that group can’t be self-made.
    — Connor Riley, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Should the show be renewed — though it is categorized as a limited series — Stapley notes the core question of who Lucky can be after walking away from her con artist ways would likely be explored.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of notes
Verb
  • Democrats say the flip indicates voters want education to move on from political fights over social issues, while conservatives point to their wins.
    — Lauren Lumpkin, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The report indicates that Dcoop is now in pole position to secure the takeover of Deoleo, leading the likes of Italian companies Coricelli, Bonifiche Ferraresi and Newlat Food, French firm Lesieur (Avril), and Australia's Cobram Estate Olive.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
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