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She said that it was raining outside.
A2Sentence
She said that it was raining outside.
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How to use in different contexts
Reporting Speech
She reported that it was raining outside.
Describing a Scene
The scene opened with her saying it was raining outside.
Adding Detail to a Narrative
As she spoke, the rain intensified, confirming her statement that it was raining outside.
Indirect Quotation
She indicated that the weather was inclement.
Rephrased versions
Formal
She stated that precipitation was occurring outdoors.
Casual
She said it was pouring outside.
Simpler English
She said it was rainy outside.
Phrases to learn
said that
Used to report something someone said.
it was raining
Describes the weather condition.