dare say
Example Sentences
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I would never call my used car preowned, and if our company had layoffs, I wouldn’t dare say we were right-sizing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
Say stuff in public some of her colleagues would only ever dare say in private.
From BBC • Nov. 9, 2023
I dare say those who find that Coke-wine drink vile will enjoy this classy, contemporary riff.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 23, 2023
“I thought if even I didn’t dare say anything, then surely no one else would,” Chien said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2023
“No, I’m sure I don’t, but I dare say I shall be, for I’ve been with Beth all the time.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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