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[leslie]

Hi,

If I want to paraphrase the sentence "They say she was wealthy before." Which the following sentences should I use?

1. She is said to have been wealthy.

2. She was said to have been wealthy.

3. She was said to be wealthy.

Could you please tell me the reason why?

Thanks!!

Leslie
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[asterix]

1. She is said to have been wealthy. Is what I'd say.