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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
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
But some parents of autistic children who disagree with Kennedy’s wording still want answers.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
If ballot language is challenged in court, Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins will now get three opportunities to write his own before the courts can redraft the wording.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2025
Chen’s set, interweaved throughout several episodes, goes fine — it’s hit and miss (there are also probably some translation blips that disservice the wording).
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
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Noun
The amendment's wording would prevent former two-term presidents, such as Barack Obama and George W. Bush, from running for a third term.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
But some parents of autistic children who disagree with Kennedy’s wording still want answers.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
If ballot language is challenged in court, Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins will now get three opportunities to write his own before the courts can redraft the wording.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2025
Chen’s set, interweaved throughout several episodes, goes fine — it’s hit and miss (there are also probably some translation blips that disservice the wording).
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wording
Noun
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With technical innovation and a brand defining visual language that dates back 102 years, TIME Studios aims to impact communities and the world at large with ideas that forge true progress.—
TIME PR,
Time,
27 May 2025
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This platform uses rigorous standardization protocols, like OMB guidelines for demographics and ISO codes for language, ensuring consistency.—
Raghvendra Tripathi,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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The voice actor began his career as a character designer for Jim Henson's Muppet Babies.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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Many of the film's original voice actors, notably Tia Carrere, Amy Hill, and Jason Scott Lee, play new roles in the live-action update, continuing to expand their place in the Lilo & Stitch universe.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
24 May 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
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That’s just what The Original Daughter does, from every single word, from diction to syntax to plot and voice to character and even theme.—
Emma Alpern,
Vulture,
2 Apr. 2025
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The collection includes six at-home foot care staples like bath salts, exfoliating scrubs, nourishing balms and dry oils, all made in Germany with vegan formulations and 100 percent natural origin ingredients.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Rhode is dedicated to making products based in science and great formulation, simplifying many of the mysteries and complex narratives behind efficacious skincare.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
29 May 2025
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Subtle issues in tone, pacing, phrasing, body language or focus can quietly erode trust and make pitches feel less convincing, even when the offer itself is strong.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Disorder Prosody Prosody includes the various pitch, volume, rhythm, tone, phrasing, and tempo used in speech, which are necessary for communicating emotions and nuances when speaking.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
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Participants will discover the creative possibilities of technology in narrative creation, including the application of Afrofuturism to enhance representation and expression.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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The use of dance and movement, costuming and even facial expressions during the performance can be as effective, even more so, than words that convey the weight of these gender expectations.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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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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Items like sunglasses, brooches, statement cuffs, stacks of jewelry — and yes, bag charms — are no longer afterthoughts.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Following the high-level talks in Geneva, Switzerland, earlier this month, both sides issued a rare joint statement to temporarily lower most tariffs on each other’s goods, while working toward a broader agreement.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
23 May 2025
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“Wording.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wording. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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