How do I paraphrase a quote?

Enter the quote and author, then choose from direct paraphrase, summary version, or integrated paragraph version. Each includes APA and MLA citations.

What are signal phrases?

Signal phrases introduce quotes or paraphrases. Our helper lists 20+ academic verbs like argues, claims, suggests, asserts, contends, maintains.

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