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The phrase "replied by saying" is grammatically correct and commonly used in written English.
It is typically used to introduce the direct words spoken by a person in response to a question or statement. Example: When asked about her upcoming trip, Sarah replied by saying, "I'm really looking forward to exploring the city and trying new foods."
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Mr Suárez replied by saying "No hablo con los negros".
She replied by saying, again, that there had been no policy change.
In response, McLauglin appeared noticeably upset and replied by saying "I'm not blushing".
Mr. Salio testified that Mr. Ampatuan's son Andal Ampatuan Jr. replied by saying: "That's easy.
Mr Annan replied by saying that Iraq should obey the Security Council's demands on inspection.
He replied by saying that Baghdad had to be isolated before it was taken.
He replied by saying the questioner was a "nasty, nasty guy".
LeMond testified that Landis replied by saying: " 'What good would it do?
Bush, claims Meyer, replied by saying: 'I agree with you, Tony.
She replied by saying she'd read the original Russian text at the age of 14.
Ed Balls replied by saying that he has answered questions about cuts in his budget.
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