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
Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2026
There’s an old saying that goes something like the poet needs the imagination of a scientist, and the scientist needs the precision of the poet.
—Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Glenneda Zuiderveld went public on Substack the same day, and 10 days later issued a news release saying that the three dairies were retaliating against her husband because of her support of immigration enforcement.
—Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The old saying about the Masters is that the tournament doesn’t truly begin until the back nine on Sunday.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2026
There’s an old saying that goes something like the poet needs the imagination of a scientist, and the scientist needs the precision of the poet.
—Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
Paramount Chief Executive David Ellison has sought to ally those fears, saying the combined company will release 30 films a year — 15 each from Paramount and Warner Bros — though industry insiders are skeptical.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Glenneda Zuiderveld went public on Substack the same day, and 10 days later issued a news release saying that the three dairies were retaliating against her husband because of her support of immigration enforcement.
—Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saying
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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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Liz Igra has been telling her story for more than 40 years.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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Canton Village LLCs, which is co-owned by businessman Akrum Sheikh of Orange, is telling town officials that its plan would make the shopping complex more attractive, serve modern consumer needs and resolve the hodgepodge traffic flow that has existed at the property for decades.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
14 Apr. 2026
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Beltran said expressing those emotions can bring people together.—
Edie Kasten,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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This includes Tallent, who looked in the mirror and smiled with tears in her eyes, expressing her gratitude.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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The project has gained attention far beyond the synagogue’s walls, and elicited a range of mourning practices that go beyond reciting the traditional prayer.—
Stewart Ain,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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Newman often seems to be reciting his lyrics, even incanting them, reverent and repetitive.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Pitchfork,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The operation triggered a political shift in Caracas, with then–Vice President Delcy Rodríguez assuming power and moving to rebuild energy ties with Washington.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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Currently, there are 108 IONNA locations operational with 375 NACS and 658 CCS plugs, assuming the Department of Energy’s Alternative Fueling Station Locator remains a reliable resource.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
14 Apr. 2026
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Sports Edition is The Athletic’s first-ever game, a daily puzzle designed for players to find connections between 16 words on the game board.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The application was to be accompanied by a fifteen-hundred-word example of the applicant’s prose and a letter saying why the applicant wanted to take the course.—
John McPhee,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Smith said after talking to Gregg, Wheels Up reduced the price to $850, but storage fees for having the car since April 1 bring the grand total to at least $2,600.—
Liz Crawford,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The brand promises results in four weeks—we’re talking reduced fine lines, dullness, and dark circles, along with improved elasticity, thanks to collagen-stimulating regrowth that encourages a more youthful appearance.—
Lauren Pardee,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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Zoo officials were quick to clarify the nature of the encounter, stating that the wolf’s behavior was not aggressive.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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Both leaders repeatedly failed to provide financial records to the union’s executive board and trustees, stating that the credit card statements were not ready to be shared with the board.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Saying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saying. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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