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recited

  • past participle
    of recite.
    recite
    verb (used with object)
    to repeat the words of, as from memory, especially in a formal manner.
  • past tense form
    of recite.
    recite
    verb (used with object)
    to repeat the words of, as from memory, especially in a formal manner.

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They were even more likely to be tricked when the AI recited sentences in Dundonian, suggesting that the more particular the accent, the more likely people are to assume the voice is human.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026

Phayom Raksa solemnly recited a pledge that touched on the teachings of the Buddha, and mentioned Thailand's king and the well-being of the nation.

From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026

In April, hundreds of people gathered in Dolgellau, Gwynedd, to watch filming, while Sir Anthony has also recited a Thomas poem as an apparent nod to the film.

From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026

And then I recited the opening lyrics to a song I’ve heard all my life but that I only began committing to memory this month:

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2026

Instead, I recited, “I have an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes malformation of the limbs.”

From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling