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as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
please state the vehicle's mechanical problem as clearly and briefly as possible
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2
as in telling
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
"I believe this theory is wrong," she stated
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3
as in expressing
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 stating
Our own shopping director, Rachel Fletcher, can attest to Farm Girl’s long-lasting petals, stating that her own peonies lasted nearly ten glorious days.
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Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
Five of the six flew just in April, with Space Launch Delta 45 stating that was a record that beat the four different orbital rocket types flown in February 1965 and July 1966.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Choosing one direction or stating one need shifts the situation.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
On April 17, 2026, the American College of Physicians released guidance stating that all asymptomatic, average-risk women ages 50 to 74 should receive biennial mammography, meaning a screening every two years.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency, however, recently released a letter stating that test strips cannot be purchased with federal grants.
—Jennifer Jacobs, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Bradley had threatened to evict her son from the home, according to the sheriff, who cited interviews with family members stating that Jackson was mentally unstable.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
That, in turn, prompted Stephan’s office to release video of the incident and a document Thursday stating that prosecutors from her office had reviewed the police officers’ actions and determined the officers were not criminally liable.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Trust administrator Gentle already had been sending letters to potential claimants stating they could be denied unless qualifying evidence was provided within 30 days.
—Craig R. McCoy, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
Five of the six flew just in April, with Space Launch Delta 45 stating that was a record that beat the four different orbital rocket types flown in February 1965 and July 1966.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Choosing one direction or stating one need shifts the situation.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
On April 17, 2026, the American College of Physicians released guidance stating that all asymptomatic, average-risk women ages 50 to 74 should receive biennial mammography, meaning a screening every two years.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency, however, recently released a letter stating that test strips cannot be purchased with federal grants.
—Jennifer Jacobs, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Bradley had threatened to evict her son from the home, according to the sheriff, who cited interviews with family members stating that Jackson was mentally unstable.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
That, in turn, prompted Stephan’s office to release video of the incident and a document Thursday stating that prosecutors from her office had reviewed the police officers’ actions and determined the officers were not criminally liable.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Trust administrator Gentle already had been sending letters to potential claimants stating they could be denied unless qualifying evidence was provided within 30 days.
—Craig R. McCoy, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stating
Verb
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The Lakers are saying very nice things about the defending champion Thunder ahead of their second-round matchup.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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But financial advisors disputed that characterization, saying $465,000 wouldn't necessarily qualify someone as being wealthy in retirement — especially when that nest egg might have to be spread over roughly two or three decades.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Like Flores and Natal, Kaik found that the company, York Service & Towing, would only take cash, telling her that sometimes, people would pay with a credit card then cancel the card before payment went through.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Shortly after telling her to contact security, Alvarez arrived upstairs.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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That can show up as emotional suppression, difficulty naming or expressing needs, chronic stress or a sense that vulnerability is unsafe.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Women’s interests have long been considered frivolous—especially if such interests involve expressing emotion; talking about their feelings with each other; or navigating status and power outside of, or in direct opposition to, their relationships with straight men.—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Womble sat silently, not uttering a word after entering his guilty plea.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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So far, 1,500 Orange County voices have spoken without uttering a word.—
Mindy Schauer,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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At the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization, or CRTPO, meeting in March, members continued voicing their disapproval of the designs.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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More than two dozen Chicago Public Schools parents and community members gathered outside a Pilsen elementary school Monday morning, voicing concerns over the district’s decision to hold a day of civic engagement on May 1.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Pharoah, best known for being a cast member of Saturday Night Live between 2010-2016, had been talking to Fox for a while about hosting a show.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
4 May 2026
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Barack Obama liked talking to The New Yorker’s David Remnick.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Why then hesitate at giving people information about themselves that will actually change their life for the better?—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Zamora supports giving middle and high school communities the option to have an officer on campus at least part-time.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In many parts of the English-speaking world and Latin America, there’s still a big stigma about men dancing.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
4 May 2026
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The cast appeared to be in good spirits, laughing with one another at the event and speaking on a panel about their experience making the film.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Stating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stating. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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