the mind > language > speech > manner of speaking > say in a particular manner [verb (transitive)] > with a sigh or unhappily (5)
transitive. To utter or say (something) in a whining or querulous tone. Also with direct speech as object.
transitive. To utter with a sigh, to sigh forth. Also, to breathe out.
transitive. To speak or utter (words, etc.) with a sigh. Chiefly with adverbs, as forth and out.
transitive. To utter with sobs. Usually with out.
transitive. To utter in a sighing or whining tone.