as in eloquent
able to express oneself clearly and well
the television crew covering the science fair were looking for photogenic and articulate students to explain their projects on the air
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as in to speak
to utter clearly and distinctly
uses a very measured tone and articulates every syllable when issuing scoldings
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as in to express
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
an essay that masterfully articulates the case for a greater commitment to space exploration
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as in to say
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
I'm not articulating my thoughts very well
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Recent Examples of articulate
Eric Fuller, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Because a man who, with the eyes of a troubled nation upon him, is more articulate about his golf handicap than his plan to restore reproductive freedom is not able to be clear-eyed for himself.
—Monica Hesse, Washington Post, 28 June 2024
Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Both Harris and Trump have articulated tough stances on Iran, further complicating the political dynamics.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
Tank is a very articulate advocate for her band, and for her craft.
—Eric Fuller, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Because a man who, with the eyes of a troubled nation upon him, is more articulate about his golf handicap than his plan to restore reproductive freedom is not able to be clear-eyed for himself.
—Monica Hesse, Washington Post, 28 June 2024
Verb
Once your core message is defined, the next step is to articulate a strategy that identifies the types of content and the channels to be used, among other things.
—Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Both Harris and Trump have articulated tough stances on Iran, further complicating the political dynamics.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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One video image of a highway at night was more eloquent than anything in the lead-up to Johnny’s Greyhound getaway.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
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This is Lorde at her sharpest, most eloquent, and certainly most tantalizing.Vogue, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024
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Local leaders were hesitant to speak at length about the congresswoman, wary of the perception that they would be seen as pressuring a reluctant candidate into running — which is how former Rep. Ron Dellums’ mayoral tenure is often remembered.Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Mikko Rantanen spoke bluntly about Nichushkin, saying the quiet part out loud.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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On Saturday, Elvira Monk expressed relief at the prospect of arrests in her brother’s death.Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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For some horror-thriller heads, the moment might recall a similar sentiment expressed in the original Speak No Evil, Christian Tafdrup’s 2022 film about a family who gets tortured, and ultimately killed, by a sociopath who takes advantage of their middle-class politeness.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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In August, the FBI reviewed credit card statements associated with Williams that showed payment at a parking near a Washington metro station, about a 10-minute ride from the Capitol area, that was made on Jan. 6, 2021, the statements of facts says.Phil Helsel, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The National Retail Federation says that import surcharges could soar to 50% for everything from jeans to couches.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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Starlink beaming communications to spacecraft, and he's been vocal about humanity one day colonizing Mars.Michael Kan, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The two stepped out at multiple events, and have since been very vocal about their feelings for one another.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Others may find that certain face creams, especially those formulated with hyaluronic acid or ceramides, provide lasting hydration without a heavy feel.Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2024
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This balm and conditioner duo can help streamline the process with ingredients like aloe vera and marshmallow root formulated to keep the hair clean and hydrated.Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
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Incidentally, Gutierrez must surely now hold the show’s record for most f-words emphatically uttered in a single diatribe, and that’s saying something.Andy Andersen, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
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Being identified as the guy who uttered a homophobic slur at Kelce in hopes of provoking a reaction won’t produce a good search result when prospective employers Google him one day.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Nov. 2024
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The need led to mostly universal – if often reluctant – support for the tax measure among city leaders, and outspoken support from fire and police departments.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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An outspoken supporter of former President Donald Trump, Marcus and his spouse contributed $7 million to committees backing Trump's 2016 campaign and nearly $8 million to Republicans in the 2018 midterms.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Articulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulate. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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