1
a
: that speaks : capable of speech
b
: having a population that speaks a specified language
—usually used in combination
English-speaking countries
c
: that involves talking or giving speeches
a speaking role
a speaking tour
2
: highly significant or expressive : eloquent
3
: resembling a living being or a real object
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Rescuers found the snowmobiler, conscious and speaking but cold, under 2 feet of snow, according to a Facebook post by the Summit County Sheriff’s Office.
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Paloma Chavez, Sacramento Bee, 18 Feb. 2025
While the path to podcasting riches may not be paved with gold, the potential for generating a sustainable income through building of your personal brand, attracting clients and customers, and gaining more speaking opportunities is undeniably alluring.
—Meimei Fox, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
Christie garnered more speaking time than most of his competitors but is almost certainly going nowhere as the most outspoken Trump critic in the field.
—Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2023
Numbers illustrate his fade: DeSantis had the fourth-most speaking time among the eight candidates, significantly less than either Ramaswamy or former Vice President Mike Pence, who engaged each other frequently.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2023
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Paloma Chavez, Sacramento Bee, 18 Feb. 2025
While the path to podcasting riches may not be paved with gold, the potential for generating a sustainable income through building of your personal brand, attracting clients and customers, and gaining more speaking opportunities is undeniably alluring.
—Meimei Fox, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
Christie garnered more speaking time than most of his competitors but is almost certainly going nowhere as the most outspoken Trump critic in the field.
—Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2023
Numbers illustrate his fade: DeSantis had the fourth-most speaking time among the eight candidates, significantly less than either Ramaswamy or former Vice President Mike Pence, who engaged each other frequently.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2023
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“Speaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speaking. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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