| query | If someone is c____, they are officially ordered to appear before a court.If someone is cited, they are officially ordered to appear before a court. The judge ruled a mistrial and cited the prosecutors for outrageous misconduct. |
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| word | cite |
| full-definition | verb If you cite something, you quote it or mention it, especially as an example or proof of what you are saying . She cites a favourite poem by George Herbert. He cites just one example. I am merely citing his reaction as typical of British industry. Spain was cited as the most popular holiday destination. To cite a person means to officially name them in a legal case . To cite a reason or cause means to state it as the official reason for your case. They cited Alex's refusal to return to the marital home. Three admirals and a top Navy civilian will be cited for failing to act on reports of sexual assaults. If someone is cited, they are officially ordered to appear before a court. The judge ruled a mistrial and cited the prosecutors for outrageous misconduct. |
| inflections | citescitingcited |
| cefr-level | B2 |
Tags: oxford5k::cefr-level:b2
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