CEFR B2

citing

verb

Meaning

Mentioning a source, author, or piece of evidence to justify or prove a point.

Examples

The professor is citing several historical documents to challenge the popular narrative.
By citing recent statistics, the report highlights the urgent need for policy reform.

Synonyms: mention, quote, reference, invoke

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citing (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsaɪtɪŋ/

Definition

Mentioning a source, author, or piece of evidence to justify or prove a point.

Examples

The professor is citing several historical documents to challenge the popular narrative.
By citing recent statistics, the report highlights the urgent need for policy reform.
She spent hours citing relevant court cases in her legal brief.

How to Use citing

cite as (collocation): To identify or name something in a specific way. — "The witness cited the lack of lighting as the primary cause of the accident."
cite for (collocation): To mention a reason or to issue a legal notice for a specific offense. — "The restaurant was cited for failing to meet basic health standards."

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