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“He knows exactly when to stand forward, when to stand back, when to speak up, when to support, when to say the word ‘and’ rather than ‘but,’ ” Makan said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“I really think you need to say the word no into the record so that you can clear that up,” he said.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

That includes Rock, who is a perfect 9-0 at USC games he’s attended heading into Tuesday’s Alamo Bowl — and can now say the word “ball.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

"I wasn't even able to say the word miscarriage before because it was so fresh and it took me a long time to talk about my trauma."

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2024

“Nuthin’,” I’d say, not bothering to muster the energy to say the word right.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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