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
"I saw a post about Hitler being a narcissist. I dare say that was the least of his problems."
From Salon • May 9, 2024
"I daren't plug it in, but I dare say it would work."
From BBC • Aug. 30, 2023
I dare say those who find that Coke-wine drink vile will enjoy this classy, contemporary riff.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 23, 2023
That was practically a “Hush up,” although our grandmother didn’t dare say those words to her mother.
From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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