Zoeken
to cite
01
citeren, verwijzen
to refer to something as an example or proof
Transitive: to cite a precedent or example
Example
The manager cited successful business strategies to propose changes in the company.
The scientist cited previous experiments to support her hypothesis.
The lawyer cited similar court cases to argue for his client 's innocence.
02
citeren, noemen
to officially recognize and praise an individual for their brave or heroic actions
Transitive: to cite sb
Example
The official military report cited Captain Roberts for his fearless actions in neutralizing a dangerous explosive device.
The commanding officer decided to cite Private Johnson for his exceptional bravery during the mission.
The Navy recognized Lieutenant Anderson 's courage during the maritime rescue operation, citing him for his exceptional bravery and resourcefulness.
03
citeren, verwijzen
to formally acknowledge or reference the source(s) of information, words, or literary or verbal context used in one's work
Transitive: to cite a source of information
Example
The historian cited primary sources such as letters and diaries to provide firsthand accounts of historical events.
The author cited various novels and poems in the footnotes to illustrate literary techniques.
In his essay, he cited several studies that supported his argument on climate change.
04
citeren
to quote or reproduce the exact words from a written or spoken source
Transitive: to cite a passage
Example
The scientist cited previous research findings to justify her experimental approach.
The journalist cited interviews with eyewitnesses to report on the events accurately.
The author cited expert opinions in the field to lend credibility to her argument.
05
oproepen, citeren
to officially summon or order someone to appear before a court or other judicial authority
Transitive: to cite sb
Example
The prosecutor will cite the defendant as a key witness and request their presence in court.
The judge decided to cite the defendant 's attorney for improper conduct.
The police officer will cite the driver for running a red light and issue a summons to appear in court.
01
citaat, verwijzing
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
Voorbeeld
The manager cited successful business strategies to propose changes in the company.
The scientist cited previous experiments to support her hypothesis.
The lawyer cited similar court cases to argue for his client's innocence.
During the presentation, the speaker cited statistics to emphasize the significance of the issue.
The author cited literary works to demonstrate the evolution of the genre.
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