1
as in vocal
expressed or communicated by voice
a baby's crying is usually interpreted as an oral expression of distress
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2
as in verbal
made or carried on through speaking rather than in writing
lawyers for the plaintiff will be presenting oral arguments before the Supreme Court next week
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Recent Examples of oral
The response time is similar to oral PRE-5 inhibitors.
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Miami Norland cornerback Kenton Dopson III on Thursday announced his oral commitment to the Miami Hurricanes.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
He is next scheduled to appear in court for oral arguments over the motions in limine on April 9.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 13 Mar. 2025
This pleasant surprise came after a month of using the Proclaim oral care device I was sent for free to test.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Miami Norland cornerback Kenton Dopson III on Thursday announced his oral commitment to the Miami Hurricanes.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
He is next scheduled to appear in court for oral arguments over the motions in limine on April 9.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 13 Mar. 2025
This pleasant surprise came after a month of using the Proclaim oral care device I was sent for free to test.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oral
Adjective
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The set was nominated for best Latin pop album at the Grammy awards and best pop vocal album at the Latin Grammys.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
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The applause Edwards earned for just being there, against the nervous advice of GOP leaders, soon gave way to vocal anger over the Trump administration’s wrecking ball that’s vandalizing jobs and public services, such as veterans’ care, national parks and Social Security offices, across the nation.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The remark, laced with Palmer’s infectious humor, made both Shields and Destiny laugh it off with no verbal response.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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McGregor has engaged in verbal sparring with countless fighters like Ilia Topuria, Poirier, Belal Muhammad, Sean O’Malley, and others.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Notably, every spoken word in the game is taken directly from Shakespeare’s original text, preserving the rhythms and musicality of the language while adapting the structure to fit an interactive format.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
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In 2016, Smart earned a Grammy nomination for best spoken word album after narrating Patience and Sarah.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Several original cast members are returning, including co-writer and co-director Chris Sanders, who created and voiced Stitch.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
27 Nov. 2024
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The 49-year-old voiced hope that, rather than being sold, the medals might find their way back to their rightful owner.—
Isaac Yee and Kathleen Magramo,
CNN,
11 Sep. 2024
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“Oral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oral. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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