spoke (to or with)

verb

Definition of spoke (to or with)next
past tense of speak (to or with)
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spoke (to or with)
  1. addressed
  2. greeted
Verb
  • Recent concerns regarding the war's impact on shipping and construction timelines were addressed by Disney's CFO, who reaffirmed full commitment, citing the project's long-term view and strategic rationale.
    — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The duo took to the stage during the event and addressed the crowd in character to tease the plot of the upcoming sequel, per USA Today.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of addressed
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  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US is getting ready to squeeze Iran with unprecedented economic pressure, a claim critics greeted with skepticism given the country is already subject to a naval blockade and thousands of sanctions.
    — Magdalena Del Valle, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The plan includes moving the 3,000-pound bronze bust of Kennedy that has long greeted visitors at the main building to the Reach, allowing the board to meet the legal requirement that the center remain a memorial to the late president.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of greeted
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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 17 Aug. 2026.

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