enunciations

noun

plural of enunciation
as in articulations
the clear and accurate pronunciation of words especially in public speaking a radio announcer who is known for his very careful enunciation

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Recent Examples of enunciations Take the shirt salesman, whose deliberate enunciations sound vaguely alien, almost Lanthimos-esque. — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025
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  1. articulations
  2. speeches
  3. expressions
Noun
  • Only its articulations and the environment in which it is felt shift.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
  • The 1984 speech that so moved Baldwin remains one of the greatest articulations of American liberalism ever made.
    — Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 17 Feb. 2026
Definition of articulations
Noun
  • Dinner included speeches by their two best friends and a special menu item inspired by their favorite salad at Cecci’s in New York.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Mann, who has been living in Los Angeles since 1941, is accompanied on the journey by his daughter Erika (Sandra Hüller), who serves as his assistant, even editing his speeches.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of speeches
Noun
  • But his series of expressions and poses are just riotously funny.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Subjects rated the differing facial expressions on warmth and trustworthiness.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
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