: the act or manner of expressing in words : phraseology
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But the wording of the memo leaves open the door to detain anyone who has not yet had their application approved.
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Ashley Sanchez, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
Before closing arguments, the judge and attorneys will finalize the wording of instructions for the jury to follow during its deliberation, including whether there will be a reference to antifa in the jury charge.
—Emerson Clarridge
updated March 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
The wording varies by state, with some with such laws requiring the silence period and others offering it as an option.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
The wording that will appear on the March 17 election ballot is as follows.
—Phil Rockrohr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
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Ashley Sanchez, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
Before closing arguments, the judge and attorneys will finalize the wording of instructions for the jury to follow during its deliberation, including whether there will be a reference to antifa in the jury charge.
—Emerson Clarridge
updated March 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
The wording varies by state, with some with such laws requiring the silence period and others offering it as an option.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
The wording that will appear on the March 17 election ballot is as follows.
—Phil Rockrohr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Wording.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wording. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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wording
noun
word·ing
ˈwərd-iŋ 
: the way in which something is put into words
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