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quote

Pronunciation: [/kwəʊt/]

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quote: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use quote in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “citation”

(verb) to repeat or copy words that someone else has said or written. When you mention exactly what someone else said or wrote.

Example

She quoted a famous author in her presentation.

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He misquoted the lyrics of the song.

Example

Can you quote the exact words he used in the meeting?

Context: “citation”

(noun) a repetition of someone else's words. When you mention exactly what someone else said or wrote.

Example

The article included a quote from the CEO of the company.

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The quote in the book was attributed to the wrong author.

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What was the quote that inspired you?

How to pronounce quote

Pronunciation: [/kwəʊt/]

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