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cites

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsaɪts// UK //sˈaɪts// cites

v. to mention something as a reason or an example to support what you are saying. You often do this when writing an essay or giving a speech.

v. to quote or refer to a passage, book, or author as evidence for an argument. Often used to attribute a specific source or to provide a justification for an action.


SIMPLE

She cites several studies to prove her point.

CONTEXTUAL

The report cites a lack of funding as the primary reason for the project's failure.

COMPLEX

In his final dissertation, the student cites over fifty primary sources to establish a comprehensive historical timeline of the event.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, typically a source, reason, or authority.

Pitfall

he cites about the bookhe cites the bookCite is a transitive verb and does not take the preposition 'about'.

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