1
as in says
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
finally spoke her fears
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2
as in talks
to give a formal often extended talk on a subject
the Mayanists have been invited to speak about their latest archaeological discoveries
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Recent Examples of speaks
Zohran Mamdani, Democratic candidate for mayor speaks during a press conference celebrating his primary victory with leaders and members of the city's labor unions on July 2, 2025 in New York.
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Dan Mangan, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
Diane Brady is an award-winning business journalist and author who has interviewed newsmakers worldwide and often speaks about the global business landscape.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
Loosely centered on the ballet Don Quixote (which is based on the 1600s Spanish novel), Act 2 speaks to kids ages 5–8 about themes of resilience, compassion and friendship—values Copeland says shaped her early years.
—Essence, 4 Nov. 2025
In the video, Chehata speaks directly to the camera, recalling how her attempt to start dating again—years after marrying young—triggered unexpected emotions.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Here, Gabel — who just wrapped a writing stint on the Peacock adaptation of Five-Star Weekend, starring Regina Hall and Jennifer Garner — speaks to THR about the novel’s trajectory and her experiences in two major creative industries in flux.
—Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Saito speaks some English but preferred to use Google Translate while being interviewed.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 4 Nov. 2025
So Harald Schiffl now speaks on the clergyman's behalf.
—Esme Nicholson, NPR, 4 Nov. 2025
Leanne Morgan speaks to her audience as an emissary from another world.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Dan Mangan, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
Diane Brady is an award-winning business journalist and author who has interviewed newsmakers worldwide and often speaks about the global business landscape.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
Loosely centered on the ballet Don Quixote (which is based on the 1600s Spanish novel), Act 2 speaks to kids ages 5–8 about themes of resilience, compassion and friendship—values Copeland says shaped her early years.
—Essence, 4 Nov. 2025
In the video, Chehata speaks directly to the camera, recalling how her attempt to start dating again—years after marrying young—triggered unexpected emotions.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Here, Gabel — who just wrapped a writing stint on the Peacock adaptation of Five-Star Weekend, starring Regina Hall and Jennifer Garner — speaks to THR about the novel’s trajectory and her experiences in two major creative industries in flux.
—Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Saito speaks some English but preferred to use Google Translate while being interviewed.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 4 Nov. 2025
So Harald Schiffl now speaks on the clergyman's behalf.
—Esme Nicholson, NPR, 4 Nov. 2025
Leanne Morgan speaks to her audience as an emissary from another world.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for speaks
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The Ram's driver, Kolton Blees, 30, of Pearcy was injured, the report says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Oct. 2025
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Compact Umbrella London is no stranger to rainy days, and as many cities gear up for less predictable weather this fall and winter, Ali says an umbrella is a must-have item for any trip.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Benavidez talks with the women who have more recently shared their stories.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Up to now, talks with the Taliban about the TTP have yielded little for Pakistan, analysts say.—
NPR,
NPR,
31 Oct. 2025
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The influencer, 26, graduated from nursing school in August 2024, and soon after, the high school sweethearts bought a house in Michigan, ending the long-distance aspect of their relationship, Adams tells PEOPLE exclusively.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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That film tells the true story of an Istituto Luce cameraman who filmed Mussolini and fascist propaganda, and, eventually, the head of communist Albania.—
Will Tizard,
Variety,
2 Nov. 2025
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The same government that lectures Beijing about state capitalism and nonmarket behaviors now practices it at home.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
23 Oct. 2025
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But Andres Bernal, a political analyst who lectures at the City University of New York, thinks many young voters look at Cuomo's history of controversy and are reminded of the Democratic Party establishment that has left them disillusioned.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
22 Oct. 2025
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The first words Mariah Carey utters on her 16th studio album are quintessential diva.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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The season 2 finale centered around a tornado destroying the store, when Brett utters his only line of dialogue in the series as the storm approaches.—
Carson Blackwelder,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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On the podcast, Michaels discusses topics centered around health and wellness with different guests, and the conversations span mental health, science, current events, relationships and work life.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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Here, Ilori discusses his new mission.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Your child articulates a savings goal.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
30 Oct. 2025
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In The Mayor of Casterbridge, his 1886 novel about a man who attempts to outflank the great error of his past, the English writer Thomas Hardy offers an interpersonal version of the geopolitical misconstructions Westad articulates.—
Elizabeth D. Samet,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Speaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speaks. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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