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  • present participle of cite.

citing

ADJECTIVE
quoting
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Wednesday’s meeting is under particular scrutiny as the BI undergoes a leadership transition following the departure of long-serving Gov. Perry Warjiyo, who stepped down in July citing personal reasons.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing unnamed US officials, that Trump is pushing aides to set up a meeting with Kim as soon as this autumn.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

Across South East Asia, authorities are looking at restricting social media use for minors, citing possible ill effects.

From BBC Aug. 18, 2026

State Farm is the only major auto insurer to announce a dividend payout, citing its financial strength and a stronger-than-expected underwriting performance in 2025.

From MarketWatch Aug. 18, 2026

“One cubic centimetre cures ten gloomy sentiments,” said the Assistant Predestinator citing a piece of homely hypnopacdic wisdom.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley




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