- present tense form of cite (3rd person singular).
cites
Example Sentences
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He cites energy security concerns, policies to combat climate change and the rapid expansion of power needs, particularly for data centers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Moreover, Muir cites research from strategists at Citadel Securities and Barclays showing that, on a seasonal basis, September and October are typically the worst months for risk-adjusted returns in the S&P 500.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 4, 2026
He cites frustrations with the UK over the Iran war, saying "your country was not there to help me".
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
The complaint cites three separate advertising products at issue: Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands and Sponsored Display.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
As an example Bernstein cites He felt it offered the best opportunity to do fundamental research in chemistry, which was what he had taken his Doctor of Philosophy degree in.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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