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Grammar Boost: Reported Speech

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Rachel Boyce
Mar 27, 2025
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Have you ever had to tell someone what another person said?

That's where reported speech comes in! It's how we convey someone else's words without quoting them directly.

Let's dive into the rules and nuances of this essential grammar skill.

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