Words to Replace Said, part 2
This list is all about words that can be used to replace the word he/she SAID (part 2) in your writing. This group covers the B,C,D and E words to use as substitutes for SAID. Hope you can find some...
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View ArticleWords to replace SAID in your writing.
AS PROMISED, THE REVISED (CORRECTED) LIST FOR SAID. Thanks for your understanding. This list is all about words that can be used to replace the word he/she SAID in your writing. Personally, I think...
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