say the word

Example Sentences

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“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

“You can’t say the word ‘Israel’ in Lebanon,” Mr. Barrack said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 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

I’ve never, ever heard my parents say the word “kinetic” in my entire life!

From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio