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as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
research has shown that the phrasing of the question on certain hot-button issues greatly influences the response
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as in diction
the way in which something is put into words
a particularly delicate and careful phrasing of the statement regarding the nature of the couple's relationship
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as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
he had trouble thinking of how to phrase his question for the visiting dignitary
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Recent Examples of phrasing
Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Unlikely phrasing and an email sender address that isn’t Apple.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
His conversational phrasing and relaxed productions could easily fit in the current country landscape, nestled stylistically between Jelly Roll and Zach Brown.
—Tom Roland, Billboard, 16 July 2025
His clean vocals often resembled Steven Wilson's, only leaning more into modern pop/R&B phrasing.
—Cal Roach, jsonline.com, 5 July 2025
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Noun
Lee suggests that minor adjustments to your phrasing can make a significant impact on how you’re perceived.
—Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Unlikely phrasing and an email sender address that isn’t Apple.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
His conversational phrasing and relaxed productions could easily fit in the current country landscape, nestled stylistically between Jelly Roll and Zach Brown.
—Tom Roland, Billboard, 16 July 2025
His clean vocals often resembled Steven Wilson's, only leaning more into modern pop/R&B phrasing.
—Cal Roach, jsonline.com, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for phrasing
Noun
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After Plasencia entered his pleas in a barely audible voice, U.S. District Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett agreed to let the doctor remain free on bond pending his sentencing.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
23 July 2025
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Jane writes in a voice that is reflective of her time, which means her books don’t feel accessible for many readers today.—
Emily Rath,
People.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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From his advanced diction to his technical precision, the Bruiser Wolf experience permeates his new album Potluck.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
9 July 2025
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In the old days, stars — especially female stars — were put on strict diets, their names often changed, and they were usually given voice lessons to learn that classic Transatlantic diction.—
Clement Obropta,
IndieWire,
16 June 2025
Noun
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Test your soil every three years or so and follow the test recommendations for your fertilizer formulation.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 July 2025
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Take shampoo and conditioner, for example: While prices can reach sky high these days, quality formulations exist at every price point.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
28 July 2025
Noun
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But their language echoes the same arguments about unfair trade, deficits and national security that Trump invoked during his reciprocal tariff rollout.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
26 July 2025
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English is widely spoken across Puerto Rico, but travelers should keep in mind that Spanish is the island's universal language.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
Noun
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The handful of Hall staffers who draft and edit the wording are aware of all this.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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In addition to sampling error, question wording and order can influence results.—
Dana Blanton,
FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Great leaders inspire confidence by articulating a compelling future, rallying their teams, and turning crisis into momentum.—
Cicely Simpson,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Identifying your strengths is the foundation for articulating your value proposition.—
Donna Grego-Heintz,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Kentucky distilleries are constantly releasing new expressions and August is no different.—
Gege Reed,
The Courier-Journal,
2 Aug. 2025
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Mackenzie Davis stars in the story of what happens after the end of civilization, which may have seemed too familiar or too current for some people, but this is a remarkably rewarding examination of the power of connection and the need for expression, even after everything has fallen apart.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Phrasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phrasing. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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