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: to make a short speech or statement asked him to say a few words at the dedication ceremony. I've been asked to say a few words about the new play.

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“Say a few words.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/say%20a%20few%20words. Accessed 28 Sep. 2021.

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