say coldly

Frequency: 7.52.1 per million words

To speak words in an unemotional or unfriendly tone.

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Examples (10)

  • "I have nothing more to say," she said coldly, turning away from him.
  • The official simply said coldly, "Your access has been denied."
  • "That is a matter for the board to decide," the CEO said coldly in response to the question.
  • He interrupted my explanation to say coldly, "I've heard enough excuses."
  • She looked him in the eye and said coldly, "You will regret this."
  • "The results are final," the doctor said coldly, offering no words of comfort.
  • When asked if he felt any remorse, the prisoner just said coldly, "No."
  • If he tries to apologize again, I will just say coldly that it's too late.
  • "Welcome to your new reality," the captor said coldly with a cruel smile.
  • He would often say coldly that emotions are a weakness, revealing his detached nature.