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Discover LudwigThe phrase "say flatly" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when you want to indicate that something is stated in a direct, straightforward, or blunt manner without any embellishment.
Example: "She didn't hesitate to say flatly that she disagreed with the proposal."
Alternatives: "state plainly" or "declare bluntly".
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A few sceptics say flatly that global warming has stopped.
After a while, you say flatly, it's all relative.
But Republicans say flatly, they won't -- MR. OBAMA: That they don't want a balanced approach.
Neither Mr. Haber nor Mr. Donohue would say flatly that his side was winning.
II and Random House say flatly that the plural of "attorney general" is both "attorneys general" and "attorney generals".
"Can you still say flatly that she did not jeopardize America's secrets?" Wallace asked.
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