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to state; to express; to say; to tell; to mention
会議で自分の意見をはっきり宣べた。
I clearly stated my opinion at the meeting.
証人が法廷で事実を宣べることになった。
The witness was to state the facts in court.
感謝の気持ちを手紙で宣べるつもりだ。
I plan to express my gratitude in a letter.