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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Somewhere along the line, the old etiquette has been forgotten and new manners have been invented by their husbands.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
23 Feb. 2026 -
Sure, curling is just shuffleboard for people who have ice skates and manners.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
20 Feb. 2026
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The chessboard ultimately offers four different modes.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
26 Feb. 2026
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Computational modes like Starry Sky AF (autofocus down to -8EV), Live Composite for star trails, and Night Vision mode aid in capturing the night sky.—
James Abbott,
Space.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sleek lines, warm wood tones and moody, dark finishes create a space that feels contemporary and intimate, with subtle nods to the building’s artistic past in the art hanging on the walls curated from local Denver artists.—
Sara Rosenthal,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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Strong colors and bold materials defined the character’s public-facing persona, while neutral tones and slim silhouettes appeared in her more private moments.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
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With this home, the buyer can choose materials, appliances, cabinet styles, and many other features that will make the home their own.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
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Democratic candidates' differing campaign styles Talarico campaigned in the Dallas area last Wednesday and Thursday, making three stops in Dallas County, Crockett's home turf.—
March 1,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Locutions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locutions. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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