💬Saying

noun
/ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Meaning

a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb

Example Sentences

There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.

Synonyms

proverb, maxim, adage, phrase

Collocations

old saying, popular saying, famous saying, well-known saying

More Example Sentences

He was close to saying something rude.

What do you do after saying your prayer?

We were sad about saying goodbye so soon.

I regretted saying yes from the beginning.

They forgave him for saying the wrong thing.

I begged him not to leave without saying goodbye.

He ended up saying the wrong thing without meaning to.

He was on the point of saying something, then he stopped.

I hear what you’re saying, but our bottom line is very clear on this one.

I understand what you’re saying, but our final adjustment is very clear on this one.

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