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perorations

noun

plural of peroration

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a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience gave an eloquent peroration celebrating the nation's long tradition of religious tolerance and pluralism

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O’Brien and his wife, Kathy, took a tour with a small group of people, watched a video and heard some speeches.

— Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Of 13 pieces of Mack’s official correspondence Pangram analyzed, 10 were flagged majority written by AI, including multiple letters and speeches.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026

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