as in proverb
an often stated observation regarding something from common experience
there's an old saying that you should let sleeping dogs lie
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as in telling
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 expressing
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 reciting
to give from memory
say your prayers
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as in assuming
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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Recent Examples of saying
Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 14 June 2026
As the old saying goes, courage is contagious.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
ABC News, 22 June 2026
Alberto Carvalho, who led the nation’s second-largest school district, stepped down Sunday, saying his departure is intended to remove distraction from student learning.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
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Noun
Flags fly forever, as the saying goes.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 14 June 2026
As the old saying goes, courage is contagious.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
Verb
The South Coast Air Quality Management District extended a warning about poor air quality until Tuesday afternoon, saying the blaze continues to produce smoke impacting the neighborhood and areas north and east of the fire.
—ABC News, 22 June 2026
Alberto Carvalho, who led the nation’s second-largest school district, stepped down Sunday, saying his departure is intended to remove distraction from student learning.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saying
Noun
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What does the phrase squeaky bum time, the racehorse Devon Loch, and the Portuguese proverb ‘morrer na prais’ all have in common?—
Ian Irving,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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The rooms The old Japanese proverb ‘*kachou fuugetsu’—*which translates as ‘flower, bird, wind, moon’ evoking a sense of the transient beauty of nature—is a key concept at the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As well as telling her story, the three-part docuseries will follow the singer’s campaign for media regulation.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
23 June 2026
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That is according to airspace and maritime warning notices telling pilots and sailors to steer clear of the Starfall splashdown zone.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
23 June 2026
Verb
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Green said data centers could be a hot topic in upcoming elections, as Americans on both sides of the aisle are expressing valid concerns.—
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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South Florida Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar is expressing skepticism over the Cuban government's announcement of sweeping economic reforms that would open key sectors of the island's economy to private and foreign investment.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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First, Dad’s damp basement office, then, the sound of Dad’s voice reciting the opening and closing stanzas.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
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The case involved schoolchildren whose religious beliefs prevented them from saluting the American flag and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Verb
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People also tend to confuse fragrance intensity with cleanliness, assuming a strong smell means a deeper clean.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
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Investors will take riskier positions, assuming the central bank will save them from their own mistakes.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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Over the next year, expect to see a few more invasive BCI companies launch similar clinical trials with the goal of translating mental activity into spoken words.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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The war-weariness in Sadeq’s words reflects the exhaustion felt throughout Lebanon, but especially among the Shiites who form a third of its 6 million residents.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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Seconds later, Hines-Allen decided she was done talking and shoved Bonner.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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If your medication is affected, consider talking to your doctor or pharmacist to determine the best course of action.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
22 June 2026
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Pochettino now feels comfortable stating this.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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Shelter officials have declined to comment on the termination, stating the department does not discuss internal personnel matters.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
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“Saying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saying. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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