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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
Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Even subtle changes in the wording of CDC recommendations—a should swapped for a may—can have big ripple effects, Limaye told me.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025
Taking to Instagram, the rapper shared a text post with red wording against a black background detailing her dedication to her hometown amid the destruction.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 22 May 2025
To overcome a waiver of recourse, members need to argue that the clause’s wording doesn’t cover the relevant legal claim or that the organization’s application of a rule has been conducted arbitrarily and capriciously—a high standard that is tough to meet.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025
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Noun
McLaughlin was reacting to CNN anchor Abby Phillip's post questioning DHS's wording.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Even subtle changes in the wording of CDC recommendations—a should swapped for a may—can have big ripple effects, Limaye told me.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025
Taking to Instagram, the rapper shared a text post with red wording against a black background detailing her dedication to her hometown amid the destruction.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 22 May 2025
To overcome a waiver of recourse, members need to argue that the clause’s wording doesn’t cover the relevant legal claim or that the organization’s application of a rule has been conducted arbitrarily and capriciously—a high standard that is tough to meet.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wording
Noun
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Strip out all corporate language, jargon, and unnecessary words.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Because perhaps heartbreak is not only a curse, but also a language.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
20 June 2025
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Advertisement Iran’s fate will, and should, be written by Iranians—not in foreign capitals or closed rooms, but on their own streets, with their own voices, and through their own struggle.—
Nazanin Boniadi,
Time,
17 June 2025
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Consider my brand voice, my audience's psychology, and my business goals.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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So Fuller, too, keeps shifting her diction into high gear.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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This was the voice of Suzanne Vega, a singer with little in the way of vocal dynamics or overt flourish, just a diction of great clarity and control.—
Emma Madden,
Vulture,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Designed for the Mindful Drinker Wims! products contain a 1:1 blend of 4mg THC and 4mg CBD, a low-dose formulation by design.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Heat-shedding concrete cuts air conditioning demand, lighter formulations require less material per structure, and energy-storing concrete could potentially replace carbon-intensive battery manufacturing.—
Andres Clarens,
The Conversation,
23 June 2025
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Because the speed and specificity of AI advantage lie in domain expertise—knowing exactly what insight matters in underwriting, what phrasing converts in marketing, or what signal counts in a supply chain.—
Julia Dhar,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Instead of guessing which messaging resonates, Octave helps companies discover the phrasing that fits their specific customers, not just market trends.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Noun
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The Leo moon enhances an outspoken and sunny disposition until someone challenges your expression.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Going further, some of Barrett's critics claim the breaks with Trump have become personal, pointing to the justice's facial expression during an encounter with the president in the House chamber following his joint address to Congress in March.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
25 June 2025
Verb
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Pharmaceutical companies such as Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi have denied the allegations, with representatives stating that the school districts and health plans negotiate the terms of their rebate arrangements.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Wisconsin law also requires stores to post clearly visible signage stating this right.—
Gina Lee Castro,
Journal Sentinel,
23 Dec. 2024
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The Herald also requested a statement from Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz, the veteran county police administrator who in November won the county’s first sheriff election since the 1950s under a change mandated by Florida’s Constitution.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
28 June 2025
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His statements confirm George Russell's revelation about Mercedes' ongoing talks with Verstappen.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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“Wording.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wording. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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