as in eloquent
able to express oneself clearly and well
the television crew covering the science fair were looking for photogenic and articulate students to explain their projects on the air
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1
as in to speak
to utter clearly and distinctly
uses a very measured tone and articulates every syllable when issuing scoldings
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as in to express
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
an essay that masterfully articulates the case for a greater commitment to space exploration
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as in to say
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
I'm not articulating my thoughts very well
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Recent Examples of articulate
Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Those making the most noise in this won’t care either way who says what, however much or little support is vocally articulate.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2025
Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 9 July 2025
The New Economic Plan, articulated by national conservatives and to be implemented by U.S. political leadership, is designed to bring back manufacturing jobs that have been shipped overseas for the several decades just past.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 8 July 2025
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Adjective
The frenzied yet articulate tenor Gerhard Siegel, a veteran Herod, oozes unctuous entitlement.
—Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Those making the most noise in this won’t care either way who says what, however much or little support is vocally articulate.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
Doing so helps your kids see how a mature person can identify and articulate their emotions to de-escalate conflict, psychologist Caroline Fleck wrote for in April.
—Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 9 July 2025
The New Economic Plan, articulated by national conservatives and to be implemented by U.S. political leadership, is designed to bring back manufacturing jobs that have been shipped overseas for the several decades just past.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulate
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Also: surely there are more eloquent ways to inform the reader that your story is set in May, 1846.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
11 July 2025
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Pairing the dress with Alexis Bittar jewelry led to an eloquent ensemble.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
4 July 2025
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Their stories—rooted in resilience, strategy, faith, and fire—speak directly to Black women and girls watching, learning, and preparing to take their place in the lineage of excellence.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Many of the women who spoke to the BBC are young female freelancers and didn’t feel able to complain about Wallace’s behavior at the time for fear of negative career repercussions.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
9 July 2025
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Though the director has publicly expressed his desire to retire the character — even revealing plans to kill her off in a 2018 interview on Bevy Smith’s SiriusXM show Bevelations — fan support has kept her alive.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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John McEnroe, never shy with an opinion, has expressed skepticism about pickleball — yet even his tennis academy on Randall’s Island in New York City has converted five existing tennis courts to 12 indoor pickleball courts.—
Stefan Boyland,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
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Two men are dead following a shooting in Dundalk on Monday, Baltimore County Police say.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
8 July 2025
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The crash was reported shortly after 6:30 a.m. on June 28 at the intersection of West Taylor and Spring streets, San Jose police Officer Tanya Hernandez said in a news release.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Trump caused quite the stir ahead of his state visit, notably going head-to-head with London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who was vocal in his disapproval of Trump’s impending arrival.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Since welcoming their children, both the rapper and the beauty mogul have been vocal about the positive impact parenthood has had on their lives.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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The best type of detergent to use for white clothes is one that is specially formulated for this color.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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It’s formulated with a blend of seaberry oil, ginseng, prickly pear, and hyaluronic acid to keep my skin hydrated and from flaking.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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The responses to use of one of the terms that still can’t be printed or aired in most mainstream news outlets often depends on the affiliation of the person who uttered the word.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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In our bubble, that slur was only uttered by crude uncles.—
Charles E. Kraus,
New York Daily News,
4 July 2025
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While Trump was weighing the decision to strike Iran's nuclear sites, Vance came to the president's defense after supporters like Tucker Carlson and those in the MAGA base were outspoken against the U.S. getting involved in the conflict between Israel and Iran.—
Hannah Demissie,
ABC News,
5 July 2025
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Most outspoken were the parents of Kaylee Goncalves, who worked this week to inspire supporters to call the judge, the U.S. Department of Justice and Gov. Brad Little’s office to force Kohberger’s capital murder trial to proceed, in pursuit of a possible death sentence.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
3 July 2025
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“Articulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulate. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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