as in speaking
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1
as in expressing
to utter clearly and distinctly
uses a very measured tone and articulates every syllable when issuing scoldings
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2
as in saying
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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3
as in uttering
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
I'm not articulating my thoughts very well
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Recent Examples of articulating
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
The 'Robot Phone' has an articulating gimbal arm with a camera at one end, and the whole thing is hidden behind a sliding glass panel on the back of the phone.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
Accurately and completely articulating your organization’s pain points, ideal outcomes and success metrics will help ensure that the agency understands your challenges and can recommend a path forward based on their experience and specializations.
—Andrea Aker, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
In its view, an effective decentralized terrorist campaign requires, at the very least, articulating clear guidelines to ensure that the attacks align with the group’s strategic plan.
—Barak Mendelsohn, Foreign Affairs, 25 Aug. 2016
Bruce Schneier, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Oct. 2025
Some kind person might well have assisted her in articulating the brief bolt of anguished understanding.
—Joy Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Last week in Chicago, federal agents descended in a Blackhawk to clear out an entire apt complex, dragging children out of their beds and zip-tying residents for hours without articulating any probable cause.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
Democrats, still reeling from the outcome of the 2024 election, have struggled in recent months to go on offense and have had trouble articulating a cohesive message that could speak to voters.
—Amie Parnes, The Hill, 2 Oct. 2025
In business, this looks like clearly articulating your value proposition, financial parameters and client expectations.
—Mike Ott, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Adapted from Bernard-Marie Koltès’s play ‘Black Battles with Dogs’, Denis’ riveting drama gives primacy to her actors – their dialogues expressing inner desires and articulating the broader societal inequities that prevail between those who reside on either side of the fence.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
For the more formal premiere this evening, Edebiri and her go-to stylist Danielle Goldberg worked with Chanel to conjure up a striking gown that embodied true, Old Hollywood glamour—and not in a stuffy or tired way, but rather, articulating the energy of the most promising and in-demand new stars.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2025
They instead are legally required to document the specific facts establishing that believe, while also articulating the facts that leave them to believe that an individual inside a vehicle is in the country illegally.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Construction of the gown weaved intricate embroidery with crystal embellishments, articulating sensuality and a regal presence.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
The 'Robot Phone' has an articulating gimbal arm with a camera at one end, and the whole thing is hidden behind a sliding glass panel on the back of the phone.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
Accurately and completely articulating your organization’s pain points, ideal outcomes and success metrics will help ensure that the agency understands your challenges and can recommend a path forward based on their experience and specializations.
—Andrea Aker, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
In its view, an effective decentralized terrorist campaign requires, at the very least, articulating clear guidelines to ensure that the attacks align with the group’s strategic plan.
—Barak Mendelsohn, Foreign Affairs, 25 Aug. 2016
Verb
Elements of a Positive Vision for AI Many have argued that turning the tide of climate action requires clearly articulating a path towards positive outcomes.
—Bruce Schneier, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Oct. 2025
Some kind person might well have assisted her in articulating the brief bolt of anguished understanding.
—Joy Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Last week in Chicago, federal agents descended in a Blackhawk to clear out an entire apt complex, dragging children out of their beds and zip-tying residents for hours without articulating any probable cause.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
Democrats, still reeling from the outcome of the 2024 election, have struggled in recent months to go on offense and have had trouble articulating a cohesive message that could speak to voters.
—Amie Parnes, The Hill, 2 Oct. 2025
In business, this looks like clearly articulating your value proposition, financial parameters and client expectations.
—Mike Ott, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Adapted from Bernard-Marie Koltès’s play ‘Black Battles with Dogs’, Denis’ riveting drama gives primacy to her actors – their dialogues expressing inner desires and articulating the broader societal inequities that prevail between those who reside on either side of the fence.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
For the more formal premiere this evening, Edebiri and her go-to stylist Danielle Goldberg worked with Chanel to conjure up a striking gown that embodied true, Old Hollywood glamour—and not in a stuffy or tired way, but rather, articulating the energy of the most promising and in-demand new stars.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2025
They instead are legally required to document the specific facts establishing that believe, while also articulating the facts that leave them to believe that an individual inside a vehicle is in the country illegally.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulating
Adjective
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Julia may end this episode on a (relatively speaking, always remember) high note, but Henry … oh boy, Henry.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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Rescuers found the snowmobiler, conscious and speaking but cold, under 2 feet of snow, according to a Facebook post by the Summit County Sheriff’s Office.—
Paloma Chavez,
Sacramento Bee,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Being an actor means constantly outputting — expressing — but rarely having time to take in new experiences.—
Gavin J Blair,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Nov. 2025
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Since taking office, Manzo, often seen wearing a bulletproof vest, had called on the federal government to do more to fight organized crime while expressing fears for his own safety.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Waymo touts its safety record, citing company research saying that compared to a human driver, Waymo vehicles reported a 91% reduction in serious injury crashes, 79% fewer airbag deployments and 80% fewer injury-causing collisions.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Nist, however, pushed back against this recollection, saying her bed simply wasn’t big enough for the two of them.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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As Guerrero finished, Bichette stepped to his locker, uttering his final few words, too.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Another actor might play a moment of regret after uttering this, but Metcalf, as directed by Joe Mantello, is all momentum, in conversation and otherwise.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Naval build-up China has built world’s largest navy, launching high-tech warships at a frenetic pace under Xi’s leadership, putting pressure on the United States and its Pacific allies to keep up.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Even calling it a magazine is a conscious way of trying to distinguish the work producers are putting months and months of effort into recording and writing from what podcasting has become.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In the next few years, the study says workers will be talking to their phones or laptops, instead of typing, thanks to the explosion of AI.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Jimmy Adams has captained West Indies and been their director of cricket, and is one of the most intelligent and articulate figures in the game.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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And Keith Siegel, a hostage, himself, for close to 500 days, articulate and healthy, looked beyond the Israeli government for help.—
Greg Palkot,
FOXNews.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Two years earlier, however, the Los Angeles Times posed a different theory, stating that the hat was last seen with her personal secretary, Mary Gallagher.—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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His eldest son, Ty’Gee Ramon Clifton, shared the news in an Instagram Reel, stating that the musician died on Saturday, November 1.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Articulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulating. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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