- present participle of quote.
quoting
Example Sentences
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"Burn to be mild" is the Daily Star's take, quoting the president who says he "can do business" with the new British leader.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
Whatever: This is what appeared in the Feb. 20, 1985 edition of the Oakland Tribune, quoting a UC Berkeley professor about a protest against immigration sweeps in the Bay Area.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Insurers are quoting 3% to 6% of a ship’s value to cover war risk, many times the typical 0.25% peacetime rate, according to David Smith, head of marine at broker McGill and Partners.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
Just as important as actual interference is the perception of interference, said Edney, quoting the trial judge's own speech as he selected jury members on the very first day of the trial.
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
The preacher is quoting verses from the Bible, and the family is weeping, and everyone is weeping, even Amanda Monk and some of the cheerleaders.
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
