Quoting Isn’t Thinking: How to Use Sources Without Sounding Like a Copy Machine

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Let’s be honest: we’ve all seen (or written) papers that just dump a quote and move on. But quoting well takes skill.

Here’s your strategy:

• Set up the quote with context

• Embed the quote smoothly in your own sentence

• Analyze what it means and why it matters

Don’t just write “This shows…” Instead, ask: What specific words matter? What effect does this language have? Why did the author say it this way?

Strong quote integration proves you’re not just repeating ideas—you’re engaging with them.