quoting

Example Sentences

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States have broad powers to set the "time, place and manner" of holding congressional elections, Barrett wrote, quoting the US Constitution.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Just before his death was confirmed, the Fars news agency issued a statement quoting Naini as saying Iran's missile production deserved a "perfect score" and was continuing despite the war.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

“Faith is a decision you make to believe that the dark road you’re traveling on will eventually yield to a sunrise,” she said, quoting Christian authors Tony Evans and Chrystal Evans Hurst.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

But then he offers, again, both a hope and a prayer, invoking Renee Good’s last words, quoting John Lewis, and urging the audience to get into “good trouble”: “Say something! Do something! Help! Sing something!”

From Salon • May 28, 2026

Shay sometimes talked in a mysterious way, like she was quoting the lyrics of some band no one else listened to.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld