to cite
01
引用, 提及
to refer to something as an example or proof
Transitive: to cite a precedent or example
例子
The lawyer cited similar court cases to argue for his client's innocence.
律师引用了类似的法庭案例来为其当事人的清白辩护。
During the presentation, the speaker cited statistics to emphasize the significance of the issue.
在演讲过程中，演讲者引用了统计数据来强调问题的重要性。
02
引用, 表扬
to officially recognize and praise an individual for their brave or heroic actions
Transitive: to cite sb
例子
The commanding officer decided to cite Private Johnson for his exceptional bravery during the mission.
指挥官决定表彰约翰逊列兵在任务中表现出的非凡勇气。
The Navy recognized Lieutenant Anderson 's courage during the maritime rescue operation, citing him for his exceptional bravery and resourcefulness.
海军在海上救援行动中认可了安德森中尉的勇气，表彰了他非凡的勇敢和机智。
03
引用, 参考
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
例子
In his essay, he cited several studies that supported his argument on climate change.
在他的论文中，他引用了几项支持他关于气候变化论点研究。
In her research paper, she cited multiple scholarly articles to support her argument.
在她的研究论文中，她引用了多篇学术文章来支持她的论点。
04
引用, 提及
to quote or reproduce the exact words from a written or spoken source
Transitive: to cite a passage
例子
In her research paper, she cited several passages from the novel to support her analysis of the protagonist's development.
在她的研究论文中，她引用了小说中的几段话来支持她对主人公发展的分析。
In his speech, the politician cited a famous speech from history to inspire his audience.
在他的演讲中，这位政治家引用了历史上著名的演讲来激励他的听众。
05
传唤, 传讯
to officially summon or order someone to appear before a court or other judicial authority
Transitive: to cite sb
例子
The judge decided to cite the witness for contempt of court and ordered them to appear for a hearing.
法官决定以藐视法庭罪传唤证人，并命令他们出庭听证。
The prosecutor will cite the defendant as a key witness and request their presence in court.
检察官将传唤被告作为关键证人并要求其出庭。
Cite
01
引用, 参考
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
