said

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past tense and past participle of say

said

2 of 2

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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Even though tariffs are just around the corner, Soko Glam hasn't altered any pricing to reflect said tariffs. Sarah Han, Allure, 25 Apr. 2025 The pleasure comes in accruing said options, which open new strategies to the player, while your characters simultaneously grow as people — a potent, compelling confluence. Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025 The plot is complicated in that the characters make a habit of abrupt changes of heart and earnest speeches explaining said changes, but simple in that we’re never left in any doubt as to what’s eventually supposed to happen. Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025 Some TikTokers share a standard shower routine—even filming content while taking said shower, yes with the water running and everything. Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 17 Apr. 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 3 May. 2025.

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said

past and past participle of say

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