1
as in oral
made or carried on through speaking rather than in writing
a spoken agreement is too easily broken
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2
as in uttered
expressed or communicated by voice
a politician who knows the power of the spoken word
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as in said
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
finally spoke her fears
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as in talked
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 spoken
Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026
The two-day lineup is packed with dance, music, improv, theater, and spoken-word performances as well as a film showcase.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 4 May 2026
Palantir has spoken openly about its work with the Israeli military.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
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Adjective
Radio stations slowly developed their own news style, with journalists producing bulletins designed for the spoken word, including current affairs programs and talk programs to deal with local issues or issues of national concern.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026
The two-day lineup is packed with dance, music, improv, theater, and spoken-word performances as well as a film showcase.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
The brothers have reportedly not spoken since Queen Elizabeth’s funeral in September 2022.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 4 May 2026
Palantir has spoken openly about its work with the Israeli military.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spoken
Adjective
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Most topical and oral flea and tick medications are used monthly for year-round protection.—
Jessie Quinn,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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The Monday oral arguments seemed likely to lead to a decision in the coming weeks more in line with the 2nd Circuit and 11th Circuit rulings than the rulings from the 5th Circuit and 8th Circuit.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Grant attempted to leave the building, uttered threats and made physical contact with two officers, police said.—
Dennis Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Officers were also assisted at the scene by the Groton City Fire Department, police said.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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He was arrested after firing a shotgun in the direction of stairs leading to the ballroom dinner area, prosecutors said in an April 29 court filing.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
Verb
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Everyone knew someone who knew someone who was picked up by the military police, but no one talked.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
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Luckey and Schimpf had first talked years before at a Founders Fund event, and Schimpf, Stephens, and Grimm were longtime friends.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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In 2021, researchers at Brown University found that toddlers who were born during the pandemic had significantly lower verbal, motor and overall cognitive performance compared to toddlers born in the previous decade.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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The confrontation reportedly stemmed from a verbal argument that escalated inside the store.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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Sanders, who co-directed the original movie and voiced Stitch, reprised his voice-over role in the 2025 update.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
23 July 2025
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Several cast members returned, including co-writer and co-director Chris Sanders, who created and voiced Stitch.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 May 2025
Verb
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Reyes asked that if any such signs were found that the government’s attorney be told.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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After deliberating for parts of three days during the punishment phase of the trial, some jurors told the Tribune the decision to impose the death penalty had been a difficult one.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
5 May 2026
Verb
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For years, states such as New York and California have been run by politicians who seem to believe prosperity is permanent — an endless resource to be taxed a little more, regulated a little harder and lectured a little longer.—
Larry Clifton,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Ratmoko is also a photographer, writer, and scholar who has lectured on intercultural communication schools including Yale University and the University of Zurich.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Spoken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spoken. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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