bespeaking

present participle of bespeak
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as in booking
to arrange to have something (as a hotel room) held for one's future use bespoke the rental car weeks in advance of their trip

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as in indicating
to serve as a sign or symptom of her impressive virtuosity as a pianist bespeaks years of diligent practice

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Verb
  • Passengers who spend their port day exploring the city can still experience a substantial part of the surrounding archipelago without booking a separate boat excursion.
    David Nikel, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • There are few travel wins quite as satisfying as booking a flight for less than dinner out—and Frontier has built a loyal following around exactly that.
    Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • One that unfurls itself, revealing the expertly—and meticulously—weaved pieces of its rich tapestry, to all those lucky enough to spend a few days in its company.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • The cryptocurrency industry's decade-long promise of disintermediation is being redefined by 2026 trends, revealing the emergence of powerful new intermediaries.
    Ifigenia Georgiou, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Verb
  • Portugal, Spain, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama became familiar names for Americans seeking a lower cost of living, better weather, or simply a different pace of life.
    Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • While the ordinance will likely be referred to a Council committee for a hearing, Pepén and Breadon, the Council president, will be seeking approval Wednesday for a resolution that calls for the city to recommit itself to its Vision Zero 2030 goals.
    Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 22 July 2026
Verb
  • Scores typically range from 6 to 10, with higher numbers indicating more aggressive cancer.
    Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
  • The photo is from July 22, indicating that Biles had already undergone the procedure at the time of posting.
    Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • Drain pasta, reserving ½ cup pasta cooking liquid, and rinse.
    Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 July 2026
  • Cook until al dente according to the package directions, reserving 3/4 cup of the pasta water before draining.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • Buc-ee's is fueling debate online after a sign displaying employee pay rates revealed that some store managers can earn as much as $275,000 a year without a college degree.
    Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026
  • Clean lines and beveled edges give this console an airy, understated look with open storage for displaying decorative objects while offsetting visual weight.
    Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • As of now, Zahara also is seeking to legally change her name to Zahara Marley Jolie, while Maddox is requesting to become Maddox Chivan Jolie.
    Martha Ross, Mercury News, 23 July 2026
  • According to documents reviewed by Entertainment Weekly, the 18-year-old filed a petition in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Monday requesting that her legal name be changed from Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt to Vivienne Marcheline Jolie.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026
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  • A step in the right direction Minnesota United is on the edge of the playoff picture, meaning Sporting didn’t exactly go toe to toe with an MLS powerhouse.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
  • The virus spreads primarily through the droppings and saliva of infected birds, meaning seabirds and other species that gather in large groups are at a greater risk.
    Todd Symons, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
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“Bespeaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bespeaking. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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