perorating

verb

Definition of peroratingnext
present participle of perorate
as in mouthing (off)
to talk as if giving an important and formal speech an arrogant scholar who never passes up an opportunity to posture and perorate on stunningly unimportant matters

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  1. speaking
  2. talking
  3. preaching
Verb
  • At least half of the shows in the study had at least one Orthodox character in a speaking role.
    William Earl, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This abstract design reminds us of a sushi platter which is definitely speaking to our stomach.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of speaking
Verb
  • As this all unfolds in court, the people are talking.
    Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
  • There was only the sound of talking in the background.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of talking
Verb
  • In the sermon, Bishop Jakes was describing his love of preaching.
    Remy Tumin, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
  • The pressure of incessant positivity proved too much for him personally, but preaching radical kindness had a positive effect on those around him.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of preaching
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