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as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
her boyfriend's articulation of his feelings for her was very touching
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as in speech
the clear and accurate pronunciation of words especially in public speaking
you will have to work on your articulation if you want to be an announcer on TV
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Recent Examples of articulation
Its effectiveness is judged not by its articulation but by its power to activate and motivate.
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Tim Maurer, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
The work was specifically composed for Flores in 2018, taking unabashed advantage of not just the trumpeter’s lyricism but his gatling-gun articulation, unflappable stamina and chameleon flexibility.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
There’s never an explanation for his madness or his scars, just as there’s never a straightforward articulation of his plans beyond the broad incitement of anarchy.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 9 May 2025
However, the original release had almost no real articulation to speak of.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
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Tim Maurer, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
The work was specifically composed for Flores in 2018, taking unabashed advantage of not just the trumpeter’s lyricism but his gatling-gun articulation, unflappable stamina and chameleon flexibility.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
There’s never an explanation for his madness or his scars, just as there’s never a straightforward articulation of his plans beyond the broad incitement of anarchy.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 9 May 2025
However, the original release had almost no real articulation to speak of.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulation
Noun
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Republicans claim censorship of conservative voices.—
Aron Solomon
July 23,
Literary Hub,
23 July 2025
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Created by and starring the voices of Stone and Parker, South Park premiered on cable’s Comedy Central channel on Aug. 13, 1997.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Saturday afternoon will feature the main event, when the four former players will take the stage, unveil their Hall of Fame busts and give speeches.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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The event historically has featured a major policy speech from the chair.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Test your soil every three years or so and follow the test recommendations for your fertilizer formulation.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 July 2025
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Take shampoo and conditioner, for example: While prices can reach sky high these days, quality formulations exist at every price point.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Through gene expression studies, the team determined these proteins were actively produced and regulated – social control molecules secreted through their natural antennae, the spines.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 July 2025
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There was an expression on his face, something between a smile and a smirk.—
Mona Awad,
New Yorker,
20 July 2025
Noun
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From his advanced diction to his technical precision, the Bruiser Wolf experience permeates his new album Potluck.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
9 July 2025
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In the old days, stars — especially female stars — were put on strict diets, their names often changed, and they were usually given voice lessons to learn that classic Transatlantic diction.—
Clement Obropta,
IndieWire,
16 June 2025
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“Articulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulation. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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