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the art or power of speaking or writing in a forceful and convincing way millions have been inspired by the eloquence of Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech

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Recent Examples of eloquence The ability to convey gratitude and appreciation in just a few words can resonate — proving that brevity can be just as powerful as eloquence. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025 There is no epiphany and no resolution, only a rupture that even the husband’s eloquence can’t heal. Maggie Doherty, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025 Sometimes our horror reaches out and devastates others, and when that happens, the eloquence of our lies will do nothing to redeem us. Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2025 He has long been known for his eloquence, candor and wit that can surface in unexpected moments. Hillel Italie, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eloquence

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“Eloquence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eloquence. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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