public speaking
noun
1
: the act or process of making speeches in public
2
: the art of effective oral communication with an audience
Examples of public speaking in a Sentence
He has a fear of public speaking.
She has a gift for public speaking.
a book on public speaking
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Developing listening and storytelling skills, especially through public speaking, can teach you how to persuade audiences.
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Chris Westfall, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
For example, older team members might benefit from training on the latest technology, while younger team members might benefit from training centered around public speaking, negotiating or conflict resolution.
—Nick Leighton, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
The program focuses on college readiness, etiquette, public speaking, financial responsibility and mental health awareness, among other skills.
—Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
Second City is where Katie began her work as a corporate trainer, helping companies like Boeing and Proctor & Gamble build teamwork, develop ideas, and boost public speaking confidence.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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Chris Westfall, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
For example, older team members might benefit from training on the latest technology, while younger team members might benefit from training centered around public speaking, negotiating or conflict resolution.
—Nick Leighton, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
The program focuses on college readiness, etiquette, public speaking, financial responsibility and mental health awareness, among other skills.
—Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
Second City is where Katie began her work as a corporate trainer, helping companies like Boeing and Proctor & Gamble build teamwork, develop ideas, and boost public speaking confidence.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Public speaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20speaking. Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.
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