verbalisms

plural of verbalism
as in voices
an act, process, or means of putting something into words the meticulous verbalism of the senator's prepared statement suggests that she knew that it would spark controversy

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Noun
  • In KPop Demon Hunters, Arden Cho, May Hong and Ji-young Yoo play the speaking voices of Rumi, Mira and Zoey, while EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami provide the singing voices of Rumi, Mira and Zoey.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In the last decade, Ofcom has permitted greater flexibility in the interpretation of its rules, allowing broadcasters to provide more partisan coverage through presenters and guests, with fewer challenging voices.
    The Week UK, TheWeek, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • While applying topical antifungal creams can help reduce this smell over time, there are formulations with a fragrance that can mask this odor.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • SweetNight says the new foam contains twice as much PCM and gel particles as its traditional formulations, while a large-pore internal structure is designed to increase airflow.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Prayer, religious dress and other expressions of faith can be treated as foreign, political or threatening.
    Asma Uddin, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Muldrow’s fierce poetry and delivery, both political and personal, add layers of daring in deep expressions of dark history and bright, burning power.
    Steve Hochman, SPIN, 31 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • In their statements, the former presidents praised both Parton’s music and philanthropic endeavors.
    Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The parents' statements about the baby's condition have not been independently confirmed by USA TODAY Network.
    Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
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“Verbalisms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verbalisms. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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