recite

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as in to memorize
to give from memory after all these years, she's still able to recite the poems she learned as a child

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as in to list
to specify one after another the Declaration of Independence recites a long list of grievances against King George III

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Recent Examples of recite Faces painted white, surrounded by concubines of every gender, Emperors Geta (Joseph Quinn) and Caracalla (Fred Hechinger) are utterly taken with the barbarian who can recite Virgil while covered in another man’s blood, after Macrinus presents Lucius in a private showcase. Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024 The result is a digital avatar of Richard III that recites a real address from his reign as king, which is currently on display at York Theatre Royal in England. Patrick Wood, NPR, 29 Nov. 2024 In the summer of 2016, Ogburn looked on as fifty-five student physicians lifted their right hands to recite the Hippocratic oath. Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024 To make his point, Phoenix recited a lyric written by his late brother River, who died from a drug overdose at 23 years old in October of 1993 outside of the iconic Viper Room in Los Angeles. Jen Juneau, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for recite 
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  • Director Franco Zeffirelli described her as big in every way — big eyes, big nose, big mouth, big body — and compared her to the Statue of Liberty.
    Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Al Haw described this isolation as being particularly painful.
    Diaa Ostaz, ABC News, 14 Dec. 2024
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  • Fagerlund explained that Richards memorizes word lists as visual patterns.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • For a special occasion, Ed memorized a toast, in German.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 5 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • But the findings were listed in the articles of impeachment upon which the Illinois House convicted the governor in early 2009 before the Senate removed him from office.
    Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
  • It was listed as one of the best hotels in Los Angeles here at Forbes.
    Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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  • The vast majority of economists view Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as the standard measure of a country’s economic health, but simple logic tells those without PhDs that GDP is a monument to double counting that would cause even the most crooked of accountants to blanch.
    John Tamny, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Ahead of the Season 6 premiere, Simms told several news outlets that the has no intention to leave any loose ends at the show's conclusion.
    Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Litton reappeared in Northern California on Nov. 12 when a detailing business reported to the Chico Police Department that Litton rented a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with U-Haul stickers and never returned the vehicle.
    Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Validity periods have yet to be fully detailed, but it is anticipated that an ETA might last for a set period (possibly up to two years) and allow multiple entries, similar to the U.S. ESTA or the Canadian eTA.
    Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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  • Scott, who is known for his dark humor, would narrate sequences on the microphone while filming, and even added in jokes.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The iconic holiday special, of course, was originally narrated by Burl Ives, who also provided the voice of Sam the Snowman.
    Marc Berman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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  • The design approach should follow traditional practices outlined by the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
    Dewayne Hart, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Next year, Arizona transportation officials are hoping to move to the next planning phase as outlined by the Federal Railroad Administration.
    Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
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  • In The Ride of a Lifetime, Iger recounts facing political tensions in China and creative conflicts with George Lucas, requiring steadfast composure, patience, stamina, and strategic thinking.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The Emmy nominee’s death was announced by Police Academy (1984) writer Pat Proft in a heartfelt statement on Friday, recounting their work together on Proft’s first film, which launched six sequels and two series, one animated and one live-action.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024

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