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
  • After their grand entrances, the couple mingled with their guests before sitting down for dinner and speeches.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Since the June primary, Hilton has been a constant presence on the campaign trail, crisscrossing the state, holding town halls and news conferences, making speeches and giving media interviews.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of speeches
Noun
  • The brand’s strategy is to continue serving the core audience of young kids, while building more relevant product expressions for older fans and adults through fashion, beauty and more.
    — Megan duBois, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Google says the feature can recognize one-handed and two-handed signing along with facial expressions for grammar and tone.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
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