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as in language
the way in which something is put into words
it's important to get the wording of this law precisely correct
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as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
the wording of the pollster's questions seemed to reflect a built-in bias
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as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
tried to word the declaration exactly right
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Recent Examples of wording
Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
However, there is no wording outlined in the Visa Bond Pilot Program that grants immunity to athletes competing in major sporting events such as the World Cup.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025
Colombia responded angrily to the deal after it was approved, citing the absence of wording on fossil fuels.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Although the statement came from a park service email address, the wording is identical to a statement provided to SFGate by an Interior Department spokesperson.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
However, there is no wording outlined in the Visa Bond Pilot Program that grants immunity to athletes competing in major sporting events such as the World Cup.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
The footer contains off wording about inbox preferences and a Scottsdale address not tied to Netflix.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025
Colombia responded angrily to the deal after it was approved, citing the absence of wording on fossil fuels.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wording
Noun
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These are not lazy callbacks, but shared touchstones — part of a pop cultural language the film embedded into our collective consciousness, and that the show both celebrates and lovingly skewers.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Oakland City Council did not author the actual language of the parcel tax initiative, which will appear as Measure E on the June ballot and is expected to generate $34 million annually.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Hameed provides the voice and remote puppetry, while Shah inhabits the bear costume onstage.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Gary Gerould has endeared himself to generations of fans as one of the most beloved figures in franchise history over 41 seasons as the radio voice of the Sacramento Kings.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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District officials announced the closure Sunday night on social media, saying the issue affected systems used across all K–12 buildings, including tools that allow staff to communicate.—
Hannah McIlree,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Over the weekend, however, peace talks in Pakistan faltered, with Vice President JD Vance saying Iran would not commit to forgoing a nuclear weapon.—
CNN staff,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2026
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Feldmann, a relatively recent Juilliard graduate, showed his Lieder-singing chops in the Viennese fare, his tone robust, his diction crisp.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Whereas Boyd was plain-spoken on purpose, Wheeler’s diction was always elevated and precise, with a hint of sarcasm.—
Nell Freudenberger,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But some hair serums feature specialized formulations that specifically target different hair types.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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However, healthcare providers sometimes prescribe specific formulations or higher doses when treating significant anemia.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Beltran said expressing those emotions can bring people together.—
Edie Kasten,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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This includes Tallent, who looked in the mirror and smiled with tears in her eyes, expressing her gratitude.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Dion’s voice, phrasing, physicality and offbeat sense of humor with uncanny precision, but also her essence.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Her use of a pick, precise articulation, and inventive phrasing helped establish a new approach to electric bass playing in popular music.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Photograph by Glen Wilson / Lionsgate Fuqua’s low-key approach is both a natural expression of his personality and a shrewd stratagem to reassure people around him that everything is under control.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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An artist observes carefully, especially things that go unnoticed — and transforms these observations into meaningful expressions.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Wording.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wording. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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