vocalize
verb
vo·cal·ize
ˈvō-kə-ˌlīz 
vocalized; vocalizing
2
a
: to make voiced rather than voiceless : voice
b
: to convert to a vowel
3
: to furnish (something, such as a consonantal Hebrew or Arabic text) with vowels or vowel points
Examples of vocalize in a Sentence
The male bird vocalizes to attract a mate.
she's not one to vocalize her worries
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Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Prior to vocalizing his views on the Trump administration, Moran interviewed the President in late April to commemorate his first 100 days back in office.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 11 June 2025
Melton has vocalized his support since about August 2024, when it was first announced that Gary Works would receive about $300 million, if the deal is approved.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
In days following public demonstrations and protests, several Mexican American artists have vocalized their support of the immigrant communities including big acts like Ivan Cornejo, Becky G, and Chiquis.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025
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“Vocalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vocalize. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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vocalize
verb
vo·cal·ize
ˈvō-kə-ˌlīz
vocalized; vocalizing
: to give voice to
especially
: sing entry 1 sense 1a
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