speak (of)

verb

Definition of speak (of)next
as in to talk (about)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speak (of)
  1. suggest
  2. express
  3. propose
  4. offer
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  • But the market’s impressive ability to at least partially work its way around the conflict has also prevented prices from surging as astronomically high as the world’s largest-ever oil supply shock would suggest.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Automotive News’ report is light on details about the model but suggests the variant will be based on the standard Bronco and could arrive by the end of the decade.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of suggest
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  • Rapper Eminem expressed his admiration and sorrow at never getting to meet her.
    — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Some Black shoppers, who felt alienated after Target’s 2025 DEI rollbacks, expressed fresh disappointment on Monday.
    — Reuters, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of express
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  • Such a ban on partisan redistricting in Colorado has been proposed for this year’s ballot.
    — Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2026
  • For now, the research work does not propose a replacement for glass fiber lasers.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of propose
Verb
  • Georgia’s public universities can now offer a three-year alternative.
    — Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 22 Aug. 2026
  • For something more laid‑back, Giardino Restaurant sits under century‑old pines on an ancient stone terrace, offering a relaxed but memorable lunch experience.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of offer
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“Speak (of).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speak%20%28of%29. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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