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Recent Examples of public speaking
Summitt implored her to take a public speaking course.
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Rebecca Shore Winn,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
Concepcion dealt with a speech impediment that hindered his public speaking.
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Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Jan. 2026
It’s taught across all levels of communication, from college public speaking classes to corporate leadership seminars.
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Malana Vantyler,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
The events conclude with a public speaking competition on Friday.
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Natalie McMillan,
CBS News,
19 Jan. 2026
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Rebecca Shore Winn,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
Concepcion dealt with a speech impediment that hindered his public speaking.
—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Jan. 2026
It’s taught across all levels of communication, from college public speaking classes to corporate leadership seminars.
—
Malana Vantyler,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
The events conclude with a public speaking competition on Friday.
—
Natalie McMillan,
CBS News,
19 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for public speaking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for public speaking
Noun
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In a June 30 speech on the floor of the House of Representatives, the Republican lawmaker said he was hospitalized several months ago and diagnosed with depression.
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Steinbaugh argued the email was protected speech under the First Amendment and does not represent a legitimate threat.
Noun
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Hamer signed up and, through her courage, charisma, and oratory, quickly drew ardent disciples and ruthless adversaries.
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Dogra was on the speech and debate team, competing in original oratory and original advocacy and serving as speech captain during her junior and senior years.
Noun
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For too long Western leaders have been deterred by Putin’s escalation rhetoric.
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Concha argued that her positions and rhetoric reflect a broader shift in the Democratic Party toward socialism and extremism.
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“Public speaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/public%20speaking. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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