"originally cited" — Collocation dictionary inglés

originally cited collocation
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  1. cite verbo + originally adverbio
    Very loose collocation

    Injury was originally cited as the reason for McGibbon's retirement, but after he went on record with major criticisms of the Glentoran board, it became apparent that there were deeper reasons for his departure.