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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

Nobody wants to say the word or talk about the disease ’cause it’s sad.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 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 did not say the word, but she wanted to hold the skirt and I gave it to her.

From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell