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To have cited or referenced
“Of course, he had actually read the book five times over and could probably cite its passages from memory if he was asked.”
To have made a claim
Past tense for to reference or use as an example of
“He was asked to cite an incident illustrating how one or more of these symptoms affected performance adversely.”
Past tense for to reference or speak about something
“They cite approvingly the proliferation of anti-corporate lawsuits and pressure campaigns by community groups and trade unions.”
Past tense for to summon to appear before a court of law
“May it, therefore, please your lordship to grant warrant to apprehend the said, and to cite him to appear before you to answer to this libel.”
Past tense for to praise or give recognition to
“All accounts note his adolescent rebelliousness and reckless behavior, his flaunting disregard for the law, while some cite him for heroism.”
Past tense for to present formally for discussion or consideration
Past tense for to accuse of wrongdoing or a crime in a court of law
Past tense for to say as a further remark
Past tense for to remember or bring back to mind
Past tense for to show (someone) to be involved in something unsavory or unlawful
Past tense for to sue or bring action against in court
Past tense for to be, or serves as, a typical example or representation of
Past tense for to talk about something frequently, especially while lacking knowledge on the subject
Past tense for to take into account
Past tense for to honor, especially by awarding a medal to
Past tense for to choose or select
Previously referred to or spoken of
Reiterated or reproduced by referring to a source
Chosen or nominated as good or suitable for a given title or position
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