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as in articulate
able to express oneself clearly and well
an eloquent writer and speaker, Elizabeth Cady Stanton was one of the founders of the women's rights movement
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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
in an eloquent gesture, the defeated general was graciously given back his sword at the surrender ceremonies
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as in formal
very dignified in form, tone, or style
President Kennedy's eloquent inaugural address is often credited with inspiring a whole generation
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Recent Examples of eloquent
However, on YouTube, Kimmel’s eloquent and emotional monologue about free speech has been viewed more than 15 million times.
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Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
Surprisingly eloquent, Hawk compared finalists Richard Hatch and Kelly Wiglesworth to snakes and rats, respectively.
—Steve Helling, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Nevertheless, this is a very rewarding production that presents an eloquent argument for why Ibsen is considered one of history’s great dramatists.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 21 Sep. 2025
The opera goes to the heart of questions and debates over crime and punishment, and Heggie’s score propels it forward in an eloquent, deeply moving sound world.
—Georgia Rowe, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
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Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
Surprisingly eloquent, Hawk compared finalists Richard Hatch and Kelly Wiglesworth to snakes and rats, respectively.
—Steve Helling, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Nevertheless, this is a very rewarding production that presents an eloquent argument for why Ibsen is considered one of history’s great dramatists.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 21 Sep. 2025
The opera goes to the heart of questions and debates over crime and punishment, and Heggie’s score propels it forward in an eloquent, deeply moving sound world.
—Georgia Rowe, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eloquent
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Jimmy Adams has captained West Indies and been their director of cricket, and is one of the most intelligent and articulate figures in the game.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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And Keith Siegel, a hostage, himself, for close to 500 days, articulate and healthy, looked beyond the Israeli government for help.—
Greg Palkot,
FOXNews.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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The department’s content warnings include mild romantic situations and notions of matchmaking, gentle social satire, occasional passive-aggressive dialogue and very mild suggestive themes (but nothing explicit).—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
1 Oct. 2025
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This result is suggestive but not conclusive, as it was based on modeling and not direct measurements.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Sep. 2025
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Kabul wants to boost cooperation with an India that is also at odds with Pakistan, and as the Taliban continues to seek formal international recognition as the government of Afghanistan.—
Happymon Jacob,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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The company contested the findings and eventually reached a formal settlement, OSHA records show.—
Isabel Rosales,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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Tariq Bokhari was known for his outspoken approach that landed the city in hot water earlier this year.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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Across the tech industry, workers have become more outspoken in their criticism of business dealings with the Israeli military.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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Luminous and lustrous, Luminous Blue celebrates indigo in its most expressive form—deep, bright blues that shimmer with energy and emotion.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Oct. 2025
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And the film’s intimacy throughout is amplified in the frequent tight close-ups of cinematographer Matthew Libatique’s expressive visual language.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Maah Daah Hey Trail runs for 144 miles, offering some of the best exposure to what’s left of the country’s majestic grasslands, plus surprisingly jagged peaks, rugged plateaus, and ample river crossings.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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Kyle Schwarber took a majestic swing in the fourth inning, launching a ball almost out of the stadium, and the Phillies could breathe again.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Musk would become a vocal supporter of the AfD—to the point where he was denounced for electoral interference by Chancellor Olaf Scholz.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Oct. 2025
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Led by blaring ‘80s synthesizers and a pounding beat, the song features a distorted lead vocal from D’Angelo, who accompanies himself on multitracked backing vocals with the occasional soul shriek thrown in for good measure.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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But neither has stamped anything yet, and the coming months will be most revealing.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Victoria Beckham‘s eponymous Netflix docuseries is streaming now, delivering a revealing portrait of the Spice Girl turned football WAG turned fashion mogul.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Eloquent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eloquent. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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