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as in say
the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion everyone will have a voice in the decision of where to go for our vacation

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as in expression
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a publisher who used his newspaper as a voice for his extreme conservatism

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verb

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How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
There’s a new voice interface for AI agents, powered in part through OpenAI’s voice models, that improves interaction with agents. Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025 What’s beautiful about this is that it’s written by someone who has such an intimate understanding of this world and has lived through this in different aspects and is writing a story through their voice and through their perspective. Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
Rising to fame as a member of Fifth Harmony before launching a successful solo career, Cabello has previously starred in Kay Cannon’s Cinderella, voiced a character in DreamWorks’ Trolls Band Together, and appeared in Chiwetel Ejiofor’s Sundance drama Rob Peace. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025 Trump voiced disappointment that tourists couldn’t visit Smithsonian museums, which have closed during the shutdown. Bart Jansen, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • As director of student media, Jim Rodenbush did not directly oversee or have any say over the content published in the IDS, per a charter between the IDS and the university.
    Cate Charron, IndyStar, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Most young people have had no say in who leads them or how policy is made in Gaza or in the West Bank.
    Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • At a time when consumers are seeking authenticity, diversity and new narratives, Vicunha said Latin America stands out as a hub of creativity, color and expression.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
  • His biggest expression forever has been fighting or mouthing off.
    Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • But the experience inspired her to become a professional singer.
    Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Rose, Chico, and Tupac made their official debut at the annual Dunbar talent show, a staple event held in the school auditorium that brought out singers and rappers, dancers and actors, jugglers and ventriloquists.
    Jeff Pearlman, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The rapper also expressed frustration towards those who criticized her appearance at a rally Kamala Harris hosted in Milwaukee ahead of the 2024 election, stating that the wrong parts of her speech went viral.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Prior to his death at 89, Jennifer said her dad was able to express his pride in her.
    Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Chelsea, Liverpool, and Aston Villa have been notable proponents of this setup, with last season’s total share of teams employing this system reaching its highest level for a decade.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
  • The former couple share daughters Olivia Jade and Isabella Rose Giannulli.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The barrage of media coverage highlights their weight-loss functions, but formulations of these drugs were originally developed to help people with diabetes control their blood sugar.
    Liz Szabo, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Heimplanet adds a 5,000-mm silicone-polyurethane (sil/PU5,000mm) into the formulation of its polyester wall fabric to enhance tear resistance.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Tim Curry of Rocky Horror Picture Show fame memorably gave the dancing clown its first breath in a 1990 miniseries co-written and directed by Tommy Lee Wallace.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Oct. 2025
  • When Salah was left out away at Galatasaray last month, Slot could sell it as keeping him fresh given the trip to Turkey fell between tricky Premier League games against Crystal Palace and Chelsea.
    James Pearce, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
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  • He has been nominated twice before in the Younger Actor category in 2005 and 2006, and has held the role since 2004 with one brief hiatus.
    Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
  • In what ways will his grief manifest this season, and what role will his struggle with sobriety play in his emotional journey?
    Alamin Yohannes, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Oct. 2025

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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