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as in vocal
expressed or communicated by voice
a baby's crying is usually interpreted as an oral expression of distress
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as in verbal
made or carried on through speaking rather than in writing
lawyers for the plaintiff will be presenting oral arguments before the Supreme Court next week
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Recent Examples of oral
The portion of the case that is before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, meanwhile, continues on a slower course, with lawyers for both sides submitting briefs over the summer before oral arguments can be heard, likely in September or October at the earliest.
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Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2025
The Supreme Court still hasn’t scheduled the case for oral arguments yet, though it’s expected to be heard at some point during the court’s next term, which runs from October through June 2026.
—Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
If the court were to hear oral arguments on the case in the fall, as the businesses want, a final ruling would likely come out a few months later, though justices could issue a decision any time before their next term ends in June 2026.
—Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Taking oral magnesium affects several chemicals and neurotransmitters, like gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), in your brain that support sleep and relaxation.
—Health, 16 June 2025
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Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2025
The Supreme Court still hasn’t scheduled the case for oral arguments yet, though it’s expected to be heard at some point during the court’s next term, which runs from October through June 2026.
—Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
If the court were to hear oral arguments on the case in the fall, as the businesses want, a final ruling would likely come out a few months later, though justices could issue a decision any time before their next term ends in June 2026.
—Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Taking oral magnesium affects several chemicals and neurotransmitters, like gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), in your brain that support sleep and relaxation.
—Health, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oral
Adjective
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The Korean American songstress has been involved in the project since around late 2020-early 2021, serving as the vocal producer and songwriter for the film.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The Ward-Wallace’s are vocal figures in the battle for racial justice and recently filed a civil rights lawsuit against the Los Angeles Police Department.—
Karla Marie Sanford,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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However, The Hollywood Reporter alleged that the actor didn’t have a deal in place; only a verbal agreement with the studio for future projects.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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James Pabst, 25, did not comply with verbal commands and the standoff ensued.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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While traditional voice recognition focused on transcribing spoken words, emotional AI adds a new layer: interpreting how those words are delivered.—
Harshal Shah,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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At the first public meeting May 6, there was no formal presentation or opportunity for spoken comment.—
Keely Doll,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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Several cast members returned, including co-writer and co-director Chris Sanders, who created and voiced Stitch.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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There was no voiced opposition, though a representative for the Association of Independent Commercial Producers did amend its support, contingent on the addition of commercials as eligible projects.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Oral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oral. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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