say the word
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
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
He did not even know if he could say the word.
From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park
