1
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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2
as in telling
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
"I believe this theory is wrong," she stated
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3
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
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
Along with the new date, the ACMs and DCP shared some stats on this year’s event, stating that according to Greyhill Advisors, the show drove about $53 million in economic impact to the Las Vegas region.
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Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2026
Someone in my family received a notice from their provider stating the company is requesting a 19% rate increase from the state.
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Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2026
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, ruled that Saba lacked a private right to sue, stating only the SEC can enforce the law.
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Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Mansour on Wednesday did not get specific with a timeline beyond stating that an IPO won't happen in 2026.
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Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Limp said that won’t be necessary, stating that Mark 1 is now targeted for launch early next year, once New Glenn is back in service.
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Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
19 June 2026
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
Along with the new date, the ACMs and DCP shared some stats on this year’s event, stating that according to Greyhill Advisors, the show drove about $53 million in economic impact to the Las Vegas region.
—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2026
Someone in my family received a notice from their provider stating the company is requesting a 19% rate increase from the state.
—
Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2026
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, ruled that Saba lacked a private right to sue, stating only the SEC can enforce the law.
—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Mansour on Wednesday did not get specific with a timeline beyond stating that an IPO won't happen in 2026.
—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Limp said that won’t be necessary, stating that Mark 1 is now targeted for launch early next year, once New Glenn is back in service.
—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
19 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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Direct prompt injection happens when a user types instructions that override a system prompt, the familiar pattern of telling a chatbot to ignore previous instructions.
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That includes not even telling guests the full information about the wedding, with people invited reportedly instructed to arrive in New York, without being given details about when and where the wedding will be.
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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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After Saturday night’s shooting that left two dead, neighbors are voicing their frustrations — and fears — as the community reels from another shooting that has left two more teenagers dead.
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Public debate over Naperville’s energy future has been heated, with dozens of residents voicing their opinions at council meetings.
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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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“Stating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stating. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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