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Definition of voicenext
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as in say
the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion everyone will have a voice in the decision of where to go for our vacation

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as in expression
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a publisher who used his newspaper as a voice for his extreme conservatism

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verb

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How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
Develop a distinct style blueprint, incorporating individual speech patterns and emphasis, to mimic a human voice. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 Friendly fights at the top of the field Daron Acemoglu, the MIT economist and Nobel laureate, has become the most prominent voice of AI skepticism within the field — and the two have been publicly sparring for months. Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 June 2026
Verb
Nicks voiced her support for Swift's relationship with Kelce, 36, that same year while speaking with Rolling Stone. Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 Public debate over Naperville’s energy future has been heated, with dozens of residents voicing their opinions at council meetings. Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • In Chicago, these questions are interesting and infuriating because the Bulls have no say in the outcome.
    Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026
  • Therefore, those in less-populous states have a disproportionate say in the presidential election.
    Marlow Stern, Variety, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • Rhaenyra doesn't know what expression to wear when looking at her former childhood friend.
    Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 29 June 2026
  • Reynolds uses the modern expression culture war to describe the mutual antagonism; that feels right.
    James Traub, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026
Noun
  • The 26-year-old country singer was scheduled to perform at the resort May 27 and 30 but abruptly canceled the show the day of the performance.
    Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
  • Instead, the singer explained that success should never be the primary motivation.
    Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • Some council members also expressed enthusiasm for developing a battery storage system at last week’s council meeting.
    Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026
  • Residents have expressed interest in testing for more contaminants.
    Mack Baysinger Follow, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Newton isn't the only analyst seeing potential for a rebound in the shares.
    Justina Lee, CNBC, 23 June 2026
  • Priya Bhardwaj does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
    Priya Bhardwaj, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • Among those who tested positive and those who tested negative, the researchers calculated the odds of having received a 2025-26 formulation of the Covid vaccine.
    Aria Bendix, NBC news, 23 June 2026
  • The only reasonable conclusion when this formulation is applied is that this group of seven Canucks veterans must be viewed organizationally as depreciating assets.
    Thomas Drance, New York Times, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • Seoul — North Korea on Tuesday commissioned its largest-ever warship, a 5,000-ton destroyer that military analysts say could give Pyongyang’s adversaries something more to think about in a time of crisis.
    Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 24 June 2026
  • Dewey Burdock also joined the Fast-41 permitting program last year, giving it access to an accelerated federal review process reserved for priority infrastructure and critical mineral projects.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2026
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  • Given the significance of the peace deal, experts said Pakistan will certainly want to leverage its mediation role for economic benefit, particularly in its dealings with allies in Washington and the Gulf.
    Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 25 June 2026
  • Madeline Mitchell's role covering women and the caregiving economy at USA TODAY is supported by a partnership with Pivotal and Journalism Funding Partners.
    Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 25 June 2026

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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