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
Guy Lodge, Variety, 20 May 2026
Trusty is smart and articulate.
—Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 16 May 2026
Anna Holmes, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
Couples should look for photographers who can articulate, clearly and specifically, what distinguishes their work in genuine creative terms.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
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Adjective
The film’s images find a saturated romanticism in the sunset hues and midnight blues of the surrounding, seemingly infinite and defiantly waterless landscape, and thus an apt visual language for the big, inchoate emotions that our heroine feels but can’t always wrangle or articulate.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 20 May 2026
Trusty is smart and articulate.
—Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 16 May 2026
Verb
Then Baldwin addresses his own struggle to adequately articulate the cumulative effects of these cruelties.
—Anna Holmes, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
Couples should look for photographers who can articulate, clearly and specifically, what distinguishes their work in genuine creative terms.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulate
Adjective
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All Rights Reserved Reposado is where Tequila becomes most eloquent.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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In his eloquent book on Dutch football, Brilliant Orange, David Winner writes of Cruyff still being asked about 1974 at the 1998 World Cup.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
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Serna and Hulst never got the chance to speak one last time.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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The person requested anonymity because they're not permitted to speak publicly about the confidential discussions.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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After 10 days trapped in a cave with four others, the first man brought to safety expressed heartfelt gratitude to his rescuers and his family.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Other countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt also issued statements condemning the attacks and expressing support for Kuwait.—
Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Roughly 35 horses bolted through city streets following the unexpected fireworks, the outlet said.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The Medical Investigator’s Office is likely to determine the cause and manner of death, police said.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
1 June 2026
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This is an album in which harsh, scraping sounds make sweet vocal melodies sound even sweeter, where that kindness of spirit may flicker but never quite fades away.—
Sadie Sartini Garner,
Pitchfork,
1 June 2026
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Behind the scenes, Ariana used Wicked to improve herself as a performer overall, taking on extensive vocal training for the role with those skills evident in her work post-Glinda.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Aveeno’s Therapeutic Shave Gel is formulated without fragrance, but does feature the brand’s signature oat along with a host of hydrators and barrier boosters.—
Eden Stuart,
Allure,
29 May 2026
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The gentle-yet-effacious cleanser is formulated with glycerin to hydrate your complexion, plus squalane to soothe your skin barrier.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
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As Stankiewicz attempted to utter another sentence, the train’s ear-piercing horn sounded.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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The neighbor, who lived across the hall from Valentine, said the suspect routinely taunted her from inside her apartment, uttering her insults through the microphone of a doorbell camera.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
3 June 2026
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Obama and Robinson's interview with the outspoken comedian was released on May 6.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Industry versus lifestyle Monday’s meeting drew a mix of outspoken residents presenting concerns about data centers’ direct impact on their rural communities, and commercial leaders portraying the data center economy as an essential growth opportunity for Jackson County’s economy.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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“Articulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulate. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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