1
as in articulation
the clear and accurate pronunciation of words especially in public speaking
Shakespearean actors with very good diction
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as in language
the way in which something is put into words
the spare diction that is the hallmark of the poetry of Robert Frost
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Recent Examples of diction
The spice that makes this dish work is Carl's precious decor and fussiness about keeping the place impeccable, communicated with exquisite diction by the burly Scales.
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Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
The nearly 6-foot actor was made to look a foot shorter; given a balding, combover haircut; and was forced to adopt a completely new diction and set of mannerisms.
—Max Gao, NBC news, 18 Oct. 2025
The first three were post-dictions of inflation; the latter four were predictions that had not yet been observed when they were made.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 23 Sep. 2025
Raised in the Highbridge section of the Bronx not far from where DJ Kool Herc threw the 1973 party revered as rap music’s spiritual baby shower, Cardi bookends those songs with experiments in accentuating and contrasting her distinctly New York diction.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2025
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Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
The nearly 6-foot actor was made to look a foot shorter; given a balding, combover haircut; and was forced to adopt a completely new diction and set of mannerisms.
—Max Gao, NBC news, 18 Oct. 2025
The first three were post-dictions of inflation; the latter four were predictions that had not yet been observed when they were made.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 23 Sep. 2025
Raised in the Highbridge section of the Bronx not far from where DJ Kool Herc threw the 1973 party revered as rap music’s spiritual baby shower, Cardi bookends those songs with experiments in accentuating and contrasting her distinctly New York diction.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diction
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Ashley’s fear of abandonment has developed throughout the season; Austin’s articulation only puts a fine point on it, instead of deepening their relationship.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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If Kimbangu’s articulation of a homegrown theology of Black liberation appealed to many Congolese in violent colonial times, now his message resonates differently as Congo faces instability stemming from a violent rebellion in the east.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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These are not lazy callbacks, but shared touchstones — part of a pop cultural language the film embedded into our collective consciousness, and that the show both celebrates and lovingly skewers.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Oakland City Council did not author the actual language of the parcel tax initiative, which will appear as Measure E on the June ballot and is expected to generate $34 million annually.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Journalists in the bubble get the pope’s speeches ahead of time and have occasional access to delegation members, as well as other information in real time from the Vatican spokesman.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Barbara Deer was a speech language pathologist for nearly two decades at Chicago Public Schools, CEO of the consulting company Metamorphosis Health and headed the nonprofit Juneteenth Illinois.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The wording of the order, co-sponsored by Brian Worrell, indicates that the summons was not only calling for testimony but for the release of body cam footage tied to that shooting, which Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden is withholding.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
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That is also reflected in the latest analysis of the bill by senate staff, which includes possible new wording focusing only on the assessment and not on establishing a new policy to bring back grizzlies.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Moira was a constant scene-stealer, with her over-the-top outfits and unique enunciation.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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But the tunefulness and, well, enunciation showcased on his third album, Jump Out, are equally related to Chicago drill melodicists like Sicko Mobb, and closer in content and delivery to emo-rap crooners and the hazy absurdism of the Pack than rage.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Dec. 2025
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But some hair serums feature specialized formulations that specifically target different hair types.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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However, healthcare providers sometimes prescribe specific formulations or higher doses when treating significant anemia.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2026
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At least that was my expression.—
David Sedaris,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Elder most recently served as vice president of brand strategy and creative expression at Purpose Brands, whose portfolio includes Anytime Fitness, Waxing the City, The Bar Method, Stronger U and Basecamp Fitness.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Diction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diction. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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