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as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
please state the vehicle's mechanical problem as clearly and briefly as possible
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as in telling
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
"I believe this theory is wrong," she stated
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as in expressing
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
everyone has a right to state his or her opinion, no matter how unpopular it may be
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Recent Examples of stating
Bush did this by publicly stating in 2003 his opposition to changing the status quo by either China or Taiwan.
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Charles Walldorf, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed responsibility, stating that the attack targeted Israeli security and military sites in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and other key figures.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
In it, Damore railed against the company’s diversity measures by stating that women simply weren’t biologically suited to work in tech, causing a major backlash from women in the industry.
—Rebecca Jennings, Vox, 26 Sep. 2024
He was arrested upon arrival and, according to his lawyer, tortured into stating that his return to Tajikistan had been voluntary.
—Steve Swerdlow, Foreign Affairs, 14 Mar. 2016
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Other brands claim to use only non-psychoactive mushrooms, like reishi, lion’s mane, and chaga, but still say their products will result in psychedelic experiences—a red flag that the label isn’t telling the whole story, Michienzi says.Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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Known for their viral phone accessories (in particular the Puffer & Social Media Seriously Harms Your Mental Health cases), Urban Sophistication built a cult following by reinterpreting the everyday objects, telling a story behind every design.Angela Lei, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Spencer takes on the role of narrator with Close as the announcer, Janney voicing Gorwan the Dragon, McHale as Dra-ell The Usurper, Rash as Drith, Falcone as Urgrall the Horned One and Vivian and Georgette Falcone team to voice the Oracle of Two.Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
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In addition to a supporting role in Spy Kids (2001), Hatcher’s big screen highlights include voicing Coraline's mother — and, of course, the villainous Other Mother — in Coraline (2009).Danny Horn, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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With the press of a button, the frother whips up a cloud of cappuccino or latte foam, giving my early-morning kitchen the feel of a vibey coffee house.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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The European flax linen is woven in Portugal and has undergone a garment wash for softness, giving the fabric a relaxed drape.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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Let’s look at the other two trades before talking waiver wire moves.Todd Boss, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The police video shows the officers milling about and talking as Nichols struggles with his injuries.Adrian Sainz, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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In fitting form for the satirical website, The Onion’s news release announcing the sale was written in the voice of a CEO of Global Tetrahedron, a fictional evil company created by Onion staff.Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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When reached for comment via Instagram, Thorpe directed NBC News to a post on Tippet’s page announcing his death.Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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President Joe Biden will be speaking at the White House press briefing Friday.Conrad Hoyt, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Oct. 2024
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Facial recognition might not be new, but the ability to achieve reverse facial recognition is, relatively speaking.Davey Winder, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Schmitt argued with the new hospital chaplain James (Michael Thomas Grant) over discussing death with the young boy.Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Jerry Bruckheimer will receive the Legend of Entertainment Award at an In Conversation event discussing his career.Katcy Stephan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Stating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stating. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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