Instead, they advocated a Biblical literalism, citing the Bible's long history as evidence of its authority.

Shipman cites humans' long history of learning about and understanding animals as a unique trait, calling this tendency "the animal connection."

But her lawyers and her defenders, citing her medical history, have said that if found not guilty she would be placed in a mental hospital.

Instead, they cited her history of running away and suggested he wait a few hours.

He cited O'Farrell's history of mental illness and recent release from an asylum.

Mr. Colina cited his own history as an example.

Some cite the competitions' long history as a critical factor in driving interest.

Fans take "Another World" so seriously that some are citing the show's history in a last-ditch effort to save it.

Advocates of a more open policy often cite the country's history.

Relatives and friends at the hearing read statements citing his history of community service, while victims articulated their loss and fear.