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Recent Examples of vocally
The Valli role is one of the most vocally demanding leads in contemporary musical theater, built around the iconic falsetto of the Four Seasons frontman.
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Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Turtlenecks and flannels abound, teens vocally question authority at every turn, and a colorful cast of intellectuals pepper the scene.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
Former team President Dave Kaval vocally attacked Radius at every opportunity while the franchise was in pursuit of the Howard Terminal development, an ambitious $12 billion real-estate venture that fell through in 2023 after construction costs ballooned during the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026
The Canadiens players, led most vocally by captain Nick Suzuki, were hopeful management would not touch their group.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Argentina's current president — and Trump ally — Javier Milei has vocally praised Messi, but has yet to secure a public appearance or even photo together.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Despite the frustration within the Democratic caucus, not every vocally pro-Israel lawmaker is openly wavering on the war powers question.
—Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Shortly after trumpeter Ethan Marks took to the sidewalk, one of the American Hotel’s current residents leaned out his window and began vocally and jovially mimicking the fragmented and angular notes coming from the instrument.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
No wonder even someone as wealthy as Orioles owner David Rubenstein has vocally advocated a payroll or salary cap.
—Paul Bledsoe, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Turtlenecks and flannels abound, teens vocally question authority at every turn, and a colorful cast of intellectuals pepper the scene.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
Former team President Dave Kaval vocally attacked Radius at every opportunity while the franchise was in pursuit of the Howard Terminal development, an ambitious $12 billion real-estate venture that fell through in 2023 after construction costs ballooned during the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026
The Canadiens players, led most vocally by captain Nick Suzuki, were hopeful management would not touch their group.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Argentina's current president — and Trump ally — Javier Milei has vocally praised Messi, but has yet to secure a public appearance or even photo together.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Despite the frustration within the Democratic caucus, not every vocally pro-Israel lawmaker is openly wavering on the war powers question.
—Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Shortly after trumpeter Ethan Marks took to the sidewalk, one of the American Hotel’s current residents leaned out his window and began vocally and jovially mimicking the fragmented and angular notes coming from the instrument.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
No wonder even someone as wealthy as Orioles owner David Rubenstein has vocally advocated a payroll or salary cap.
—Paul Bledsoe, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vocally
Adverb
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During the tantrum, the child verbally abuses the parent and also destroys property within the home.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
15 Mar. 2026
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When the system failed to confirm his identity, Solomon allegedly became verbally disruptive and aggressive.—
Michael Cuviello,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Chase Infiniti jumped and audibly screamed onstage as the actors and filmmakers embraced and celebrated the final win of the night.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2026
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There's something so timeless and romantic about hair that almost audibly tumbles down one's back.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Vocally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vocally. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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