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cite

[sahyt] / saɪt /


VERB
subpoena
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST


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In the organization’s surveys, about 70 percent of parents cite experiencing financial strain, with little relief in sight.

From Salon Aug. 18, 2026

This year’s nominated editors cite no single reason why multicam sitcoms have been disappearing.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

They cite the Indonesian company’s geothermal and nickel mining-related impairments and weaker operating assumptions across segments.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

Families with children cite concerns about costs, safety and quality of life in their move away from cities.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

All my evidence would be thrown out of court as irrelevant to the main body of the case, for I could cite only exceptions.

From "The Fire Next Time" by James Baldwin

The unit of Fitch Solutions cites Thailand’s relatively accommodative monetary policy stance and elevated global energy prices.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 21, 2026

Third, central bank demand for gold remains “resilient” and lastly, Lerner also cites a softening dollar as being helpful.

From MarketWatch Aug. 20, 2026

He cites examples from Thailand and Argentina, where parties have bounced back after years in the wilderness.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

The Chosen Ones Espenson cites are part of a destiny ordained either by their bloodline or some greater lineage.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

He cites an article in Reader’s Digest from 1951, written by Thomas Johnson, in which a full account of Joey’s bravery is outlined.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

The company cited failing to meet ESG expectations as a key risk factor in its IPO paperwork.

From MarketWatch Aug. 21, 2026

The EU mission said staff in many centres did not record results on tally sheets as soon as they were announced, and cited weak verification between digital entries and paper records.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

Los Angeles County and state fire investigators cited eight violations, including three of California’s criminal code, in their report released on Aug. 4.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 20, 2026

Both were cited by about 39 percent of respondents.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

All three pre-date Columbus, but I can find no example of them being cited in this way before 1492.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

Many Cuban children and other vulnerable citizens have died in the process, according to the United Nations, also citing a doubling of infant mortality.

From Salon Aug. 21, 2026

It is unclear when the suspension came into place or exactly what prompted it, with the UAE only citing "regional escalations".

From Barron's Aug. 20, 2026

Jeanie Buss’ attorney demanded her brothers retract statements the Buss family is selling its 17.8% ownership stake, citing a court ruling she is to be owner for life.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 20, 2026

In the U.S., drivers are making fewer trips to gas stations, analysts at Jefferies said in a recent note, with foot traffic down about 4% year over year, they said, citing proprietary data.

From MarketWatch Aug. 20, 2026

He had a resident give the injections in their place, and on August 27, 1963, the three doctors wrote a resignation letter citing unethical research practices.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot




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