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as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
a careful statement of the legal case before the court
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as in word
something that is said
her statement was met with considerable skepticism
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Recent Examples of statement
According to a new interview with the New York Times, Myers wasn't planning on making a personal political statement during his SNL appearance in the March 1 episode hosted by Shane Gillis.
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Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Ye revealed his plans to make a statement on fashion’s biggest night with a sketch of his potential outfit.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 29 Apr. 2025
American vice chair and chief strategy officer Steve Johnson said in a statement this week that the airline tried to work with JetBlue.
—Kevin Williams, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2025
In a statement from Vasquez provided by CASA, an immigration advocacy group that is representing the family, Abrego Garcia's wife said her prayers have been answered.
—Isabella Murray, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2025
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Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Ye revealed his plans to make a statement on fashion’s biggest night with a sketch of his potential outfit.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 29 Apr. 2025
American vice chair and chief strategy officer Steve Johnson said in a statement this week that the airline tried to work with JetBlue.
—Kevin Williams, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2025
In a statement from Vasquez provided by CASA, an immigration advocacy group that is representing the family, Abrego Garcia's wife said her prayers have been answered.
—Isabella Murray, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for statement
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Just last week, the Florida House overwhelmingly approved a bill that would limit the governor’s role in university governance, including a provision barring him and members of his administration from discussing job vacancies.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
26 Apr. 2025
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More: Could a GOP bill prevent some married women from voting?—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The Leo full moon on the 12th encourages you to use your voice more boldly, whether that’s through writing, teaching, public speaking, or social media.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Harris is continuing to fundraise through the Harris Victory Fund and remains a prominent voice in Democratic messaging.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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His sentences stopped making sense, then his words.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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With Mistress, there are no safe words, no mercy, and zero tolerance for drag delusion … Get ready to submit.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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Others realize there is a cost to companies that do not take climate change into account.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Select independent organizations can verify accounts directly.—
Bluesky Social,
Bluesky Social,
21 Apr. 2025
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While newer formulations tend to avoid these ingredients, some still include actives that can be harsh, especially on sensitive areas like the underarms, where skin is thinner and prone to irritation or darkening.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Cacti, fungi or mushrooms, grape skins, corn, apples, mango waste and pineapple leaves, which make a textile called piñatex, have all been used to create vegan leather, and new formulations come out constantly.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
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The High Priestess asks you to listen to the subtle messages from your inner voice and pay attention to the signs around you.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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The night was filled with family, powerful messages — and of course soaring vocals, incredible costumes and masterful choreography.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Federal prosecutors have declared intent to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, according to a court document filed on Thursday evening.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The music mogul's legal team has responded to the prosecutors' requests about which evidence should be included – or excluded – in court documents filed in the Southern District of New York April 22.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Music, literature and the visual arts are not optional luxuries but essential expressions of our humanity.—
William P. Yeakel,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2025
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Self Offense helps people identify subtle cues (e.g., saying ‘maybe’ or avoiding eye contact) and empowers them to treat those cues as legitimate expressions of self.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Statement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statement. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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