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paraphrase

[par-uh-freyz] / ˈpær əˌfreɪz /




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To paraphrase “Chinatown,” it’s Florida, Jake: “Neighbors” does rely heavily on the Sunshine State for its darker material.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

But to paraphrase Norma Desmond, it’s his ambition to say something meaningful that’s gotten small.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

To paraphrase the 1992 Clinton presidential campaign, it’s the fundamentals, stupid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

To paraphrase the late, great Jim Healy, Plaschke is on the Leonard Tose highway!

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025

“And why, Mr. Jackson,” Brunner said, “to paraphrase Miss Bobofit’s excellent question, does this matter in real life?”

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan




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