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Recent Examples of oratorical Not merely because of his superior oratorical pizazz but also his remarkable style. Julian Randall, Essence, 4 Dec. 2024 Yes, but: Some Democrats argue that the debate will be less of a referendum on oratorical skill and more of a clash of two different styles and worldviews. Andrew Solender, Axios, 1 Oct. 2024 Trump’s general-election debates have not exactly been the stuff of oratorical legend. Matthew Continetti, National Review, 14 Sep. 2024 The low-key packaging of such a high-value endorsement also suggests that the Obamas, both of whom are powerful speakers, may be waiting for the right moment to deploy their oratorical skills for maximum impact. Christina Wilkie, CNBC, 26 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for oratorical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oratorical
rhetorical
Adjective
  • During Trump's first term, Pirro called for the jailing of FBI and Justice Department staffers, spoke on stage at a Trump campaign event, and ran rhetorical interference for him during his impeachment trials.
    David Folkenflik, NPR, 10 May 2025
  • His electoral mandate was forged in backlash to the President’s economic aggression, rhetorical slights, and apparent disregard for Canadian sovereignty.
    Nik Popli, Time, 5 May 2025

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“Oratorical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oratorical. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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