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as in articulate
able to express oneself clearly and well
an eloquent writer and speaker, Elizabeth Cady Stanton was one of the founders of the women's rights movement
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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
in an eloquent gesture, the defeated general was graciously given back his sword at the surrender ceremonies
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as in formal
very dignified in form, tone, or style
President Kennedy's eloquent inaugural address is often credited with inspiring a whole generation
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Recent Examples of eloquent
There is the beautiful proverb about the woman of strength (Proverbs 31:10-31), that is perhaps the most eloquent text on women in the Bible.
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Arkansas Online, 9 May 2025
The Vault's Amir Yass said Sweetin's response to the backlash over the 2024 Olympic performance was eloquent.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Lockhart gives an eloquent speech, or three, on the meaning of the holiday season in a fractured world.
—David Allen, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
From crafting eloquent emails to optimizing complex logistics, AI offers immense convenience, a smooth handover of mental effort.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
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Arkansas Online, 9 May 2025
The Vault's Amir Yass said Sweetin's response to the backlash over the 2024 Olympic performance was eloquent.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Lockhart gives an eloquent speech, or three, on the meaning of the holiday season in a fractured world.
—David Allen, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
From crafting eloquent emails to optimizing complex logistics, AI offers immense convenience, a smooth handover of mental effort.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eloquent
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Many of this season’s frequent nominees were articulate and direct about the ways those in the film industry can better support one another during uncertain times.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
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The frenzied yet articulate tenor Gerhard Siegel, a veteran Herod, oozes unctuous entitlement.—
Zachary Woolfe,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Sabrina Carpenter is barking back at the backlash surrounding her suggestive album cover.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
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The actor claimed that Perry began texting him over the next few months, making suggestive advances and promising to help Dixon find a job.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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For example, according to The Australian, firms with formal mentorship programs see 23% higher retention among women.—
Raquel Gomes,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Pioneer’s formal notice comes after the practice was revealed by Daniel Swift, a principal at the global tax consulting firm Ryan that represents a number of commercial property owners in Boston, and reported on this month by the Herald.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
25 June 2025
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The Democratic lawmakers have been outspoken critics of conditions at the centers amid concerns over overcrowding and detainee deaths.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2025
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Newsom, however, was an outspoken opponent of the proposition.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
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This wine is typically expressive and aromatic on the nose, featuring aromas of black cherry, rose petal, and baking spice.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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More frustrating is that the actual racing sequences are less expressive than the dialogue scenes.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
17 June 2025
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The drawings, which likely took hundreds of hours of hard work to create, are beautiful and almost majestic in their respect.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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From humpback and killer whales to sea otters and sea lions, seeing these majestic creatures frolicking in their natural habitats is thrilling.—
Sharael Kolberg,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2025
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Festivals could dedicate space or moments to highlight these causes, and labels/promoters can support artists who are vocal about these issues.—
Sigal Ratner-Arias,
Billboard,
20 June 2025
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That announcement came amid growing concerns from some of the president's most vocal supporters, including former Fox News host Tucker Carlson and former Trump senior adviser Steve Bannon.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
20 June 2025
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Each avid conversation among knowledgeable readers wholeheartedly dedicated to books glimmers with unexpected and revealing disclosures.—
Donna Seaman
June 18,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
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But even more revealing is how little has changed to address those feelings in a meaningful, sustained way.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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“Eloquent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eloquent. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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