says

[sez] / sɛz /

VERB

make declaration

Synonyms

STRONGEST

add announce answer assert claim convey declare deliver disclose do estimate express maintain mention read repeat reply report respond reveal speak state suggest tell voice

STRONG

affirm allege communicate conjecture divulge flap gab guess imagine imply jaw judge lip opine orate perform pronounce rap recite rehearse relate remark render rumor spiel utter verbalize yak

WEAK

break silence come out with give voice make known put forth put into words

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ask be quiet conceal deny disclaim hide hold keep keep secret listen neglect question refrain request retain suppress withhold

STRONG

fail praise

Example Sentences

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As a result, Citi lowers its expectations, assuming Alstom to post 700 million euros free cash flow in fiscal 2029 rather than fiscal 2027, the analyst says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Anthropic says during tests it found the model was highly skilled at cyber-security and hacking tasks, outperforming humans.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

This follows investor concern earlier this month that new Chief Executive Martin Sion would withdraw guidance, Wilkie says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Scotland's Robert MacIntyre insists he is not fazed by criticism of his behaviour at the Masters, but says he is working to keep his emotions in check.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Seriously? That would be great! I still have a lot of money to raise,” Hannah says.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith