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cited

verb

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To quote; to repeat, as a passage from a book, or the words of another.

Example Sentence

The essay uses cited to make the point more precise.

Usage Note

Use cited when you want precise academic language around To quote; to repeat, as a passage from a book, or the words of another..

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