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as in say
the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion everyone will have a voice in the decision of where to go for our vacation

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as in expression
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a publisher who used his newspaper as a voice for his extreme conservatism

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verb

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How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
When Thurston spoke about it, his voice brightened. Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2025 The character was first brought to the big screen in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007), where Doug Jones portrayed the Surfer physically while Laurence Fishburne provided the voice. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
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Thomas rose to fame in the 1990s, voicing young Simba in The Lion King and starring in the TV series Home Improvement, among other big projects. Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025 Researchers voiced deep concern about the erosion of academic freedom and scientific integrity. Angel Algarin, Scientific American, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • Some critics are worried that Musk would have an even greater say in NASA if Isaacman is confirmed.
    Wendy Whitman Cobb, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2025
  • But, according to a later New York Observer report, Lowry moved swiftly to rein in their power, layering a set of deputy directors above them who would manage the finances and have final say over their priorities.
    Rachel Corbett, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • This positioning—prioritizing personalized content discovery over prestige, big-budget originals—has shaped every expression since, from product UX to B2B creative.
    Laura Ratliff, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Her notably serious facial expression drew concern and playful teasing from fans on social media.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The Power & Light District announced the lineup Monday, April 14, for 2025’s Hot Country Nights, a weekly series of concerts featuring popular and rising country singers playing at the KC Live!
    Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Rhett was alerted to a situation in the crowd after a fan had a medical emergency, which prompted immediate concern from the country singer and his team.
    Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • After catching wind of Rock’s new love interest, Saffold took to social media to weigh in on the pairing, beginning her comments with what some took as a hint of shade before appearing to express her approval of Rock dating Newton.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of TIME editors.
    Made by History, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • In January, the company scrapped a rights issue of shares, opting to borrow 450 billion won from Ryu to reduce its debt burden, which had ballooned to 1.5 times equity.
    Gloria Haraito, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Ludvig Aberg, a runner-up in his Masters debut a year ago, suddenly had a share of the lead when McIlroy fell apart on the middle of the back nine.
    Time, Time, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Better yet, the latest iterations do so quickly and gently, thanks to innovative ingredients and clever formulations.
    Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Brands like Lululemon, Olaplex, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty and more have sought to clap-back at dupes by attempting to prove that their products formulations and efficacy never truly be replicated.
    Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Despite that, a growing number of companies do so voluntarily because the information gives them a leg up in the business world.
    Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
  • McIntyre, though upset over his lack of presence in the world title picture, wanted fans to give his feud with a Priest a chance before writing it off.
    Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Coach Scott Arniel likes to refer to him as a Swiss Army knife for his ability to play any role that the coaches ask of him.
    Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Canha is expected to hold a key role in the lineup.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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