Reference Requests

This cluster captures comments where users repeatedly ask for references, sources, links, or citations to support claims or statements made in discussions. It reflects a pattern of skepticism and demands for evidence across various topics on Hacker News.

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5
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Keywords

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Sample Comments

nvartolomei • Apr 3, 2023 • View on HN

I’m curious about a reference for this.

nl • Jan 27, 2017 • View on HN

Do you have a reference? I'm interested.

tomrod • Oct 10, 2023 • View on HN

Do you mind providing a link to your reference?

dredmorbius • Aug 1, 2017 • View on HN

Would you happen to have a reference on that?

SCHiM • Oct 11, 2018 • View on HN

Do you have a reference to this?

balls187 • Feb 25, 2014 • View on HN

Do you have a reference to this?

jsnell • Sep 14, 2023 • View on HN

Can you provide a reference to that?

lapcat • Nov 18, 2025 • View on HN

Do you have a reference for this?

jules • Nov 14, 2015 • View on HN

Do you have a reference for this?

alayne • Mar 10, 2016 • View on HN

Do you have a reference for this?