SPEAKS (TO OR WITH) Synonyms: 14 Similar Words

speaks (to or with)

verb

present tense third-person singular of speak (to or with)

as in talks (to)

to communicate with by means of spoken words we spoke to the mall's leasing agent about opening a shop

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Ristroph’s lab frequently addresses these kinds of colorful real-world puzzles.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026
This study addresses the research gap by asking public school principals to share information about their in-service learning opportunities, including the frequency of those opportunities, their subject matter, and their usefulness.

— Mac Murray, Hartford Courant, 10 July 2026

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Queen Camilla greets children waving British flags during her visit to Ashdown Forest in Hartfield, England, on July 7.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
The shrinekeeper greets bar patrons, gives them nicknames, will learn to recognize regulars, plays games of chess alone and with guests, and accepts tips that manifest into permanent flora or small totems within the microcosm of the work.

— Gabriella Angeleti, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

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