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as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
her expression throughout the meeting bespoke great boredom
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as in to seek
to make a request for
milady bespoke our indulgence, inviting us to wait in the foyer while she attended to other matters
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Recent Examples of bespeak
Photo : Alex Penfold/DK Engineering Every 9×9 will be bespoke and built to order, and Kalmar plans a limited run of 27 examples.
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Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
Her success in these projects, especially the latter, bespeaks a wider market than mere tabloid chasers and also, since even critics of her personal life won’t begrudge the work, the fickleness of gossip.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 18 Dec. 2024
Every 9×9 will be bespoke and built to order, and Kalmar plans a limited run of 27 examples: nine of each derivative.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
At a deeper level, such sentiments bespeak a Democratic Party that is ready to move past Biden — not least because some blame him for a series of decisions leading up to this year’s Trump victory.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 3 Dec. 2024
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Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
Her success in these projects, especially the latter, bespeaks a wider market than mere tabloid chasers and also, since even critics of her personal life won’t begrudge the work, the fickleness of gossip.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 18 Dec. 2024
Every 9×9 will be bespoke and built to order, and Kalmar plans a limited run of 27 examples: nine of each derivative.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
At a deeper level, such sentiments bespeak a Democratic Party that is ready to move past Biden — not least because some blame him for a series of decisions leading up to this year’s Trump victory.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bespeak
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Restaurants and services used to be easily booked without prepayment or guarantee.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2025
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Use Calendar Metrics To Refine Your Offer What’s being booked most?—
Lovely Marshall,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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In light of Biden’s cancer diagnosis, revealed on Sunday in a statement from his staff, the Democratic talk of his fitness has ebbed.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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Bank of America data reveals that domestic travel is up 3% as Americans, facing economic uncertainty, opt to explore closer to home rather than expensive overseas trips.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
24 May 2025
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But two men’s wives, one with a child, are still seeking to be reunited through a family reunification program.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Professional tax advice should be sought as the information here is not intended to be, and should not be, relied upon by the reader in making a decision.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
18 May 2025
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Discoveries indicate that coffee has significant antimicrobial properties that are effective against a range of bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens in agriculture.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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Good objects to display include small paintings, pottery, baskets, seashells, or a framed postcard.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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Like Leads and Contacts, Insightly displays Opportunities in a table by default.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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That’s how Phil Robertson, who found fame and fortune through his hunting-business empire and some controversy but also popularity for his outspoken religious and political beliefs, requested people respond to his death.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
26 May 2025
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Prosecutors in the Eastern District of New York wrote to the judge requesting the man be incarcerated before trial.—
Evan Mealins,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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And climate change means that globally summers on average could get less buggy.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
20 May 2025
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This time, that means 78 high-wattage jewels and watches.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
20 May 2025
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Roundabout Theatre Company showed Kander clapping in gratitude in a clip from the event shared on their Instagram. Lopez overhauled her appearance before attending the invite-only afterparty at Bryant Park Grill in New York City.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Someone whose results show elevated levels may need a biopsy to rule out cancer.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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“Bespeak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bespeak. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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