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locutions

noun

plural of locution

as in manners

a distinctive way of putting ideas into words in the poet's somewhat affected locution, word order is often reversed and so we have "the sea serene"

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Abroad, it will be interpreted as representing the manners of all Americans, so your embarrassment is understandable.

— Judith Martin, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
While the children are still young, Kate, who has partnered with JonnyPops on the brand’s Magic of Kindness campaign, has made good manners a priority in her household.

— Genevieve Uzamere, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

Definition of manners

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In sportier modes, each wheel can counteract handling forces with up to 2,250 pounds of resisting force.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026
Variable light settings There are some light-up shoes with adjustable light settings, and rechargeable shoes provide different light modes, including flashing, static and various colors.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

Definition of modes

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This Marriott Bonvoy property lives up to the elegance and sophistication of the brand, with clean timber interiors, neutral tones and pops of sapphire.

— Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026
The moments of abrasiveness hit like a landslide, and when Loathe try to be pretty, the tones are even more starkly amateur and ugly.

— Patrick Lyons, Pitchfork, 16 July 2026

Definition of tones

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Choose from a mix of Sterling Forever's classics, including tennis bracelets and necklaces, pendant styles, studs, hoops and more accented with beautiful stone colors.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026
The boutique will carry eight exclusive styles adapted from the existing Classic collection, offered in white and yellow gold and newly amplified with diamonds.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

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