as in talked (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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In a letter addressed to Bryan Corbett, chief executive of the Managed Funds Association, Warren requested information and documents related to the group’s lobbying efforts around a support package for Argentina coordinated by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025 -
Operational issues such as the timing of traffic signals and inadequate signage will also be addressed.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Oct. 2025
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Lawrence attempted to go over the pile on a fourth-down snap from the 1-yard line, but Bolton greeted him there, slapping the ball away and forcing a fumble inches before the ball reached the line.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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We were greeted by a cacophony of larger than life colorful planets and surrounded by the who’s who in fashion, including new ambassador Nicole Kidman.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Spoke (to or with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spoke%20%28to%20or%20with%29. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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