cite

/sˈa‍ɪt/

/ˈsaɪt/

to cite

MAIN VERB

to refer to something as an example or proof

synonyms : advert

the act or instance of a planned discontinuation

commend

synonyms : mention

refer to

synonyms : reference

repeat a passage from

synonyms : quote

refer to for illustration or proof

synonyms : quote

advance evidence for

synonyms : abduce

call in an official matter, such as to attend court

synonyms : summon

Cite

a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage

Examples

1. Company executives cited a decline in tourism and a weak market overall.

2. The automaker cited the trade war as a potential risk to its business in China in its 2018 annual report.

3. The sponsors cited a lack of any prospect of meaningful progress.

4. Federal prosecutors cited insufficient evidence today.