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Example Sentences
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“I can’t even say the word ‘cancer’—or the word ‘hello,’” Unutmaz said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 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
Like the ability to buy a house or say the word “cancer” or get out of an unhealthy romantic relationship before it spits right in your eye.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2025
“I never want anybody to say the word ‘kimchi.'”
From Salon • Jun. 27, 2025
But others came between, saying, to stop me, ‘Prince, we can leave him, if you say the word; let him stay here on guard. As for ourselves, show us the way to Kirke’s magic hall.’
From "The Odyssey" by Homer
