cite
verb (used with object)
to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority.
are citing
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present progressiveof cite.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Some businesses are citing artificial intelligence when slashing workers; others say that AI is simply making their employees more productive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
In a statement to Barron’s, a Schwab spokesperson said the company is “exploring various ways to use AI responsibly and effectively across our firm, but this quote you are citing was 100% human generated.”
From Barron's ● Apr. 14, 2026
Many are citing the growing competition for plant-based alternatives as a reason for the decline.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2025
Citizens are citing executive actions, federal deployments and enforcement orders to contextualize the warning.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2025
"I presume there is not one of you who has actually been a witness of the strange events which you are citing in support of your opinions?"
From A Hero of Our Time by Wisdom, J. H.
