cited

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It cited humanitarian grounds, but offered no further explanation or details on where she was being held.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

On the railways alone, he cited train delays, cancellations due to buckled rails, on-board air conditioning failure, cable and signalling meltdown.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

It cited the fall in pupil numbers, limited opportunities for peer interaction and challenges in delivering a "broad and balanced curriculum" as issues facing the school - alongside high running costs.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

She cited a broadening of the energy-price shock, raising the chances of second-round inflationary effects such as stronger wage growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

In a resolution, which cited each of them by name, the council said, “We express our sincere gratitude for the splendid work done in the matter of investigating and bringing to justice the parties charged.”

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann