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as in told
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
why don't you just say what's on your mind?
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as in expressed
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
I'm not quite sure how to say this, but that's the worst essay I've ever read
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as in assumed
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
let's say, for the sake of argument, that this is true
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as in aforementioned
mentioned previously
with said guidebook in hand, we set off to explore the city
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Recent Examples of said
Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, said in post on X the price of gas is likely to continue to rise as the war continues.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Jan. 2026
Then, within 150 to 200 pages, authors must somehow accomplish a true happily ever after for said heroes.
—Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
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Verb
A week after trading for cornerback Trent McDuffie, the Rams on Monday agreed to terms with cornerback Jaylen Watson, a person with knowledge of the situation said.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, said in post on X the price of gas is likely to continue to rise as the war continues.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Gore will try to find said consistency while trying to help the Rangers’ rotation take the team back to the playoffs for the first time since 2023.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Jan. 2026
Then, within 150 to 200 pages, authors must somehow accomplish a true happily ever after for said heroes.
—Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
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Verb
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Devin Lloyd, the Jacksonville Jaguars inside linebacker who spent 2025 compiling one of the most impressive stat-lines in the NFL, agreed to a 3-year, $45 million deal, a league source told The Observer.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
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On Monday morning, Brandon Bailey, who flew into LAX from Texas, told The Times that the potential increase will leave a hole in his travel budget.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Some employees publicly expressed their frustrations.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Local organizations have expressed interest in the field house providing dedicated spaces for tumbling, wrestling, cheer, and speed and agility training.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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After a career defined by playing gangsters, an avenging taxi driver and a paranoid prize fighter, the Oscar-winning actor recited a call for civility, as first spoken by Abraham Lincoln.—
Hillel Italie,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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At the end of the event, the brothers gathered everyone into a large circle, recited the Lord’s Prayer and sang the fraternity’s signature song, attendees said.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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Davidson, who assumed her former role at the Kennedy Center in April 2023, intended to stay in the nation’s capital until the orchestra celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2031.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Mar. 2026
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Many actors have assumed the titular role over the years, with recent iterations including David Tennant, Jodie Whittaker, and Peter Capaldi.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Like the aforementioned left guards, Bitonio should replace Wilson in the starting lineup if signed.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
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The aforementioned Redbreast is a great example of this, but a newer entry into the category that is worth your attention comes from Glendalough.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Top prospect Bryce Eldridge talked with his childhood idol.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee also talked to reporters about the issue on February 24, according to Bloomberg.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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When Cipriani first threatened to sue in February, Shell’s attorney at the time, Patricia Glaser, stated that the claims were without merit.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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But, under penalty of perjury, in March 2010 Snyder stated his personal tax debt was uncollectible and instead offered to pay $1,000, prosecutors said.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Ruby memorized them while dealing with a family tragedy.—
Caitlin Hu,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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For the competition, students have memorized more than 100 inspirational quotes from Black historical figures.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Said.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/said. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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