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citations
1
a line or sentence taken from a book or speech
- In academic writing, it is essential to provide proper citations for all sources used.
- The author included a citation from Shakespeare's play in the introduction to emphasize the theme.
- The historian's work is meticulously researched, with each fact supported by a citation.
- She referenced a citation from a scientific journal to support her argument.
- The professor reminded the students to format their citations according to the APA style guide.
2
a reference to a specific legal source, like a law or court case, used to support arguments or statements in legal documents and writings
- The attorney provided a citation to a relevant Supreme Court case to support her argument in the brief.
- The judge referenced a citation from a statute when rendering the court's decision.
- The legal memo contained numerous citations to relevant regulations governing environmental policy.
- The appellate court's decision relied heavily on citations to established case law in similar jurisdictions.
- The legal brief submitted to the Supreme Court included citations to international treaties relevant to the case's subject matter.
3
an official public recognition or award, often for bravery or distinguished service
- She received a citation for heroism in the rescue operation.
- The soldier earned a citation for outstanding service.
- The officer was presented with a formal citation.
- Citations are issued to honor contributions in various fields.
- He displayed his citation proudly on the office wall.
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a Thoroughbred racehorse that won the Triple Crown in 1948
- Citation dominated the 1948 Triple Crown races.
- The history of horse racing celebrates Citation's achievements.
- Citation set several speed records during his career.
- Fans still recall Citation's victory at the Kentucky Derby.
- Citation's Triple Crown win remains legendary.
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a formal summons requiring a person to appear at a legal proceeding
- He received a citation to appear in court.
- Parking violations often result in a citation.
- Failure to obey a citation can result in penalties.
- Citations must be responded to within the specified timeframe.
- The citation required him to attend the hearing.