said

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past tense and past participle of say

said

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adjective

Examples of said in a Sentence

Adjective by order of the judge of said court with said guidebook in hand, we set off to explore the city
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Adjective
These more common practices will detect planets through host stars becoming dimmer due to said planets. Nick Butler, FOXNews.com, 29 June 2025 One scene in particular shows Williams getting in on said action. EW.com, 28 June 2025 This shows no dangerous chemicals were used in memory foam production, while the latter ensures no harmful fumes are coming from said foams. Julia Forbes, Wired News, 25 June 2025 During said interview, Zaya also explained her thought process behind choosing a college and expressed safety concerns as a trans girl. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for said

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

past participle of say

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of said was in the 14th century

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“Said.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/said. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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said

past and past participle of say

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