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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
The organization has not announced a set release time for the scores only information stating that they will be made available on July 6.
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Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
5 July 2026
And despite the rules stating that a challenge from behind with studs-on-calf contact and a level of force should be a red card — no card was administered.
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Mirjam Swanson,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Once the target enters the correct password, PamStealer displays a message stating that the file is damaged and can’t be installed.
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Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
2 July 2026
Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin echoes this, stating history offers perspective, solace, and hope, citing past crises like the Civil War and Great Depression where Americans emerged stronger despite uncertainty.
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Mark Joyella,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Zukerman stating the facts, while Henwick tries to push him off the rails.
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Alex Zalben,
IndieWire,
2 July 2026
Towns County Sheriff's Office A day after creating the committee, Kemp filed the second executive order, stating that the officials recommended Henderson be suspended.
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Dan Raby,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Handle power dynamics well by stating needs and listening for fears beneath reactions.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
28 June 2026
Notably, no players publicly leapt to Bielsa’s defence after the Copa America, with former captain Godin stating that Suarez had tried to address the issues internally.
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Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
5 July 2026
And despite the rules stating that a challenge from behind with studs-on-calf contact and a level of force should be a red card — no card was administered.
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Mirjam Swanson,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Once the target enters the correct password, PamStealer displays a message stating that the file is damaged and can’t be installed.
—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
2 July 2026
Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin echoes this, stating history offers perspective, solace, and hope, citing past crises like the Civil War and Great Depression where Americans emerged stronger despite uncertainty.
—
Mark Joyella,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Zukerman stating the facts, while Henwick tries to push him off the rails.
—
Alex Zalben,
IndieWire,
2 July 2026
Towns County Sheriff's Office A day after creating the committee, Kemp filed the second executive order, stating that the officials recommended Henderson be suspended.
—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Handle power dynamics well by stating needs and listening for fears beneath reactions.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
28 June 2026
Notably, no players publicly leapt to Bielsa’s defence after the Copa America, with former captain Godin stating that Suarez had tried to address the issues internally.
—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stating
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Johnson released a statement through his press office saying the ILA workers who met with the mayor are members of the team that bargained their new contract, ratified this spring.
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In her new memoir Famesick, Dunham wrote a message to Swift, saying much of the book's creative process was soundtracked by her music.
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Few would dispute that on average or even at the median, males may be bigger and more powerful than females, or that in certain contact sports the difference may be telling and on occasion dangerous.
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Harry's team had a different version of events, however, telling the BBC that the offer was withdrawn by the palace after it had already been accepted by the duke, further fueling the confusion.
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The daycare later released a statement expressing condolences and pledging support for the family.
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But last month, Emma Reynolds, the environment secretary, wrote to Ofwat expressing concerns over the rescue package.
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The other was a tearing beauty, a creature so lovely that one look at her sent young men’s blood pressure skyward and set them to uttering wild, hoarse cries and tearing telephone directories apart with the bare hands.
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All season, Shamea and Porsha have circled each other, barely uttering a direct word, but the tensions seep to the rest of the group, trickling into every interaction.
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Among this group, it is characterized by a difficulty controlling phone use, heavy social media dependence, having a preoccupation with notifications and voicing distress when separated from their device.
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It’s been less than a week since Taylor Swift tied the knot with Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce, yet Swifties are already voicing some strong opinions about a few of the wedding guests.
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As the order to evacuate was played over loudspeakers on the National Mall, some people appeared to be standing in place, talking with those around them and not exiting the area, while others were walking toward exits.
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His straight-talking and cliche-less approach hasn’t stopped, either.
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The Athletics beat the Dodgers 7-1 on Wednesday night, giving the West Sacramento team its only win of the series with the Dodgers, winners of the past two World Series, failing to secure a three-game sweep.
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Another prohibits giving lectures in public parks without city permission.
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Mamdani appeared to double down Tuesday, while speaking to reporters about the forthcoming heat wave.
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So, Galetto was delighted to learn that the first American pope would be speaking live and receiving an award less than two miles from his church, on the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday.
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