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noun

citing

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noun
1
The act of quoting or referring to a source.
"Citing unnamed officials, the article claimed talks had broken down."

How to Use Citing

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In plain EnglishThe action of referencing or quoting a source, often used to introduce a reason.

Common pairings
citing sources citing evidence

Word Forms

citings plural

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_____ unnamed officials, the article claimed talks had broken down.

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