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expatiating

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verb

present participle of expatiate
as in speaking
to give a formal often extended talk on a subject the naturalist is known for her willingness to expatiate on any number of issues relating to wildlife and the environment

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for expatiating
Adjective
  • Gomez, a long-time advocate for immigrant rights, has been vocal about her connection to the issue.
    Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
  • If confirmed, Kennedy will likely oppose GLP-1 coverage expansion, given his vocal criticism of the pricey weight loss drugs.
    Bertha Coombs, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • To get more comfortable speaking to a crowd, start by actively participating in meetings.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • By speaking directly with folks who were once known as internet punch lines, Loftus offers listeners a nuanced understanding of their experiences.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • For Teams: Normalize setting boundaries while remaining communicative.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Its hydraulic steering was extremely communicative, responsive, and busy, relaying every crease in the tarmac at all times — to the point of requiring a firm grip and faster than average hands — just the way any driving aficionado desires.
    Peter Nelson, The Verge, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Just as producers in the west have found buyers increasingly discerning and risk-averse in the hunt for hits, there is little room for incredibly expansive ideas in India.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Governing by fiat also contributes to an increasingly expansive view of executive powers.
    Nolan Finley, The Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The dream part of it, for him, was the chance to spend 100 minutes talking not very much about his passion project itself, but rather using it as a springboard for an infinitely widespread discussion about about political, economic and social ideals.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!
    Leonard David, Space.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Green, the loquacious one, declined to talk to media after the game, saving his words for the team.
    Marcus Thompson II, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The loquacious Public Enemy veteran who kicked a debilitating drug habit to become a reality-TV superstar and bon vivant always seems to be everywhere all at once.
    Jason Newman, Rolling Stone, 30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Timmins calls Woll the second most talkative goalie he’s ever played in front of, behind only Stolarz.
    Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Claypool has missed the last five practices, and even while on the sideline during Monday’s practice, his talkative nature with some of the defenders did not go over well with the other side of the ball.
    Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
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“Expatiating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expatiating. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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