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Definition of voicenext
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as in say
the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion everyone will have a voice in the decision of where to go for our vacation

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as in expression
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a publisher who used his newspaper as a voice for his extreme conservatism

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How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
However, the shift is also influenced by the rise of generative AI, which homogenizes essays, making authentic voices difficult to discern. Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Missing crucial orders because a voice is muffled, or struggling to pull out an emergency fire shelter because a mask is in the way, could be the difference between life and death. Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Verb
Along for the ride are Stephanie Beatriz’s Quiet (largely faithful to her moniker to satisfy fans of the star’s dry humor) and the aforementioned Sweet Tooth, embodied by wrestler Samoa Joe and voiced by Will Arnett. Sara Netzley, Entertainment Weekly, 2 July 2026 Allan Bailey, 83, a Republican who also served in Vietnam and later owned a motel, voiced similar pessimism. ABC News, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • The takeaway for other condo associations is to carefully review their governing documents with qualified legal counsel to determine if their boards have a say in whether unit sales/transfers are approved or disapproved before taking such actions.
    Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
  • Legal, compliance, risk, IT, finance and senior leadership may all have a say before a vendor is seriously considered.
    Laiba Tariq, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Unlike traditional sports chants, Jama blends music, rhythm and movement into an expression of community that exists well beyond the soccer field.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • While much of the source material comes from elsewhere, the cumulative mood is extremely personal to an artist who has spent his life helping the greats find true expression.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Travis Kelce's brother, Jason Kelce, and his wife, Kylie Kelce, are expected to attend, as are fellow NFL star George Kittle and actor-singer Suki Waterhouse.
    Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • Drones and water choreography, acrobats, and a floating pianist paired with over-the-top performances by Leona Lewis and opera singer Joseph Calleja transformed the night into a spectacle.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • Witnesses expressed shock over the incident, with one man arriving to his Walmart to shop and finding the parking lot covered in crime scene tape.
    Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • The daycare later released a statement expressing condolences and pledging support for the family.
    Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Spending on Medi-Cal has more than doubled over the last 10 years, which the LAO attributes to an increase in costs per enrollee, more enrollees and a greater share of seniors seeking care, among other factors.
    Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • The two share 21-year-old sextuplets Hannah, Leah, Alexis, Joel, Aaden and Collin, as well as 24-year-old twins Mady and Cara.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
Noun
  • In fact, the material represents a tenfold improvement in carbon performance compared to the company’s first-generation formulation.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
  • Women expect better design, better formulations, and better experiences everywhere else in their lives.
    Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • When this place is eventually gone — a phrase that feels truly bizarre given the environment this summer and the half-century preceding it — the lasting images will be the seas of red.
    Sam McDowell Updated July 3, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
  • Officials advise the public to give bears space and not let pets bother them.
    Finch Walker, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • In her role as assistant county administrator, Cobbins coordinated alongside the local fire and police departments, municipal court system, city public works and more.
    Sofi Zeman July 2, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • Boston first baseman Willson Contreras and Washington starter Cade Cavalli each received seven-game suspensions and undisclosed fines for their roles in the fourth-inning altercation.
    Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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