say the word

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

I might’ve enjoyed “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” but no part of me needed to hear Stanley Tucci say the word “slayed.”

From Salon • May 10, 2026

"It was a massive shock, I couldn't even say the word cancer, I couldn't process it," said the now mum-of-three.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 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

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

It was strange feeling that this thing that we were inside was so dangerous we couldn’t even say the word out loud.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler