- present tense form of cite (3rd person singular).
cites
Example Sentences
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He cites the advent of the player draft in 1936 for equalizing teams and eliciting bettor interest—but it created fan interest, too.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Kirkham also cites play as having "therapeutic value" for exploring our emotions, experiences and memories, but in a safe space.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
It cites the Met Office saying a sixth heatwave is on its way, with the extreme hot weather and drought driving up food prices.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Stuart cites the number of exceptional cinematographers that have “flooded the doc market” as a prime example of this technical upgrade.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 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
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