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adjective

Definition of statednext
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as in declared

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as in said

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verb

past tense of state
1
as in expressed
to convey in appropriate or telling terms please state the vehicle's mechanical problem as clearly and briefly as possible

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as in told
to express (a thought or emotion) in words "I believe this theory is wrong," she stated

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as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) everyone has a right to state his or her opinion, no matter how unpopular it may be

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Recent Examples of stated
Adjective
Most concerning, Lipsitch and Cody mischaracterized the stated conclusion of our Lancet study, which was that NPIs were effective. — Thomas J. Bollyky, STAT, 31 July 2026 The stated purpose of the order—to stop immigrants from taking jobs from Americans—is clearly not a concern in rural counties that have no obstetric care at all. — Keith Humphreys, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026
Verb
An earlier version of this article stated that Jimmy Carter designated Ossabaw Island as a Heritage Preserve in Georgia. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 11 Aug. 2026 Nazarian’s Instagram post stated that construction of the new sound barriers would be completed by early September. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stated
  1. specified
  2. said
  3. expressed
  4. told
  5. voiced
  6. specific
  7. uttered
  8. gave
Adjective
  • Before taking adverse action based on an adult conviction, an employer must have a legitimate business reason, consider specified factors, identify the record at issue, provide the applicant an opportunity to respond and document its reasoning.
    — Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Passengers could stow a purse, laptop bag or small backpack that fitted within specified measurements under the seat in front of them for no charge, Jetstar said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of specified
Adjective
  • Instead, Andrea struck up a surprising romance with Garrett (Riley Green), which was met with mixed reviews from said fans.
    — Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
  • The models specifically reproduced how said particles would interact with the expanding shell of material shrugged off by the supernova's dying progenitor star.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 May 2026
Definition of said
Verb
  • Survivors have expressed frustration and criticized the Japanese government's support for nuclear deterrence for being insincere.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
  • On Friday, Zandalasini expressed appreciation that the front office went all in on the current group.
    — Marisa Ingemi, Mercury News, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of expressed
Verb
  • Jeff Niklaus, the founder and CEO of Compliant Technologies, told AP by email that the company was unable to comment.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
  • As far as Davis was told, once the ordeal was handled, the player simply asked for a different helmet and returned to practice.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of told
Verb
  • Wall Street analysts expect retatrutide to be a blockbuster, but have voiced concern about the illicit market.
    — Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The move came after the appointment of Iran’s new national security chief, a veteran Revolutionary Guards commander who has previously voiced skepticism about talks with the US.
    — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of voiced
Adjective
  • Without any specific consumer requests, Crowell said the brand experimented with the shadow’s function and formulation in the early stages of development.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Technology has significantly evolved since then, with 80% of 911 calls nationwide coming from wireless mobile devices rather than landlines tied to specific addresses.
    — Sophia Eppley, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of specific
Verb
  • Hochman detailed a number of prosecutions, including the sentence of one man to a life sentence plus seven years with the possibility of parole for a March 23 attack, during which racial epithets were uttered.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • After so many games this season, some version of that adage, a verbal shrug and a nod to how unpredictable the sport is, has been uttered in the Padres clubhouse.
    — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026
Definition of uttered
Verb
  • Rocket Lab was supposed to have a satellite on standby to go up and inspect True Anomaly’s spacecraft, ready to launch on short notice once military officials gave the order.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 26 June 2026
  • Additionally, prosecutors allege Rincker gave Alvarez a 12-gauge pump action shotgun, Jamioles said.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026
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