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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
Alan Light, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
Her use of tonal color and phrasing offers a distinctive perspective alongside traditional Western interpretations.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
Elon Musk, who has led an effort by Trump to drastically reduce the federal government, appeared to mirror Roberts' phrasing about the past two centuries of American history in a Wednesday post on X that continued the call for impeaching judges.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
The Court decided that the phrasing of the law does not prevent individuals from recovering damages resulting from personal injuries.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
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Noun
His phrasing is much more rhythmic, much more percussive.
—Alan Light, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
Her use of tonal color and phrasing offers a distinctive perspective alongside traditional Western interpretations.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
Elon Musk, who has led an effort by Trump to drastically reduce the federal government, appeared to mirror Roberts' phrasing about the past two centuries of American history in a Wednesday post on X that continued the call for impeaching judges.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
The Court decided that the phrasing of the law does not prevent individuals from recovering damages resulting from personal injuries.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for phrasing
Noun
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And the damage to his vocal cords seemed to freeze his voice in time.—
Jenni Carlson,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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When Thurston spoke about it, his voice brightened.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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To boost your Italian diction, learn also to say buon giorno, for hi/good day.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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This was the arrogance of it… my notes were grammar and diction.—
Mikey O'Connell,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Dec. 2024
Noun
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While newer formulations tend to avoid these ingredients, some still include actives that can be harsh, especially on sensitive areas like the underarms, where skin is thinner and prone to irritation or darkening.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Cacti, fungi or mushrooms, grape skins, corn, apples, mango waste and pineapple leaves, which make a textile called piñatex, have all been used to create vegan leather, and new formulations come out constantly.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Apart from any constitutional questions, there is also the problem that confessional language issued by the secretary of state in his official capacity distorts the message of Easter.—
Chloe Breyer,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
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Pope Francis preached the same gospel in different language.—
John Hope Bryant,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In addition to sampling error, question wording and order can influence results.—
Victoria Balara,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Settlement agreement wording does not bind the IRS, but helpful tax language in a settlement agreement can go a long way.—
Robert W. Wood,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 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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Music, literature and the visual arts are not optional luxuries but essential expressions of our humanity.—
William P. Yeakel,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2025
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But a huge expression of dissent from church leaders in Africa, the place that many see as the faith’s future, forced him to backtrack.—
Jason Horowitz,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Phrasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phrasing. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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