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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

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
Listening to his music always sparked feelings inside me, and his voice is as smooth as butter. David Wysong, The Enquirer, 5 Nov. 2024 This could happen when too much share of voice is given to a fragrance or cosmetics, thereby limiting a fashion collection’s ability to shine. Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
In fact, recent surveys reveal that between 51 and 62 percent of Americans are now in favor of deportations, with some Latino and Hispanic voters also voicing support. Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024 Many consumers, especially younger adult audiences, have voiced their desire for entertainment, media and storytelling that prioritize authenticity and convey realistic stories that reflect different cultures. Variety Vip+ Staff, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for voice 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • Georgia voters are having their say in several key races in 2024.
    Thomas Wheatley, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
  • What kind of things were these Constitutional Sheriffs and this organization doing in say, 2020, 2021?
    Leah Feiger, WIRED, 24 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • Observing tail posture in rats adds a new layer to our understanding of rat emotional expression, reminding us that emotions are expressed throughout the entire body.
    Kelly Lambert, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The Pinot Cask expression is also part of the Finishing Series.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The singer is one of the many fairy godmothers of inclusive pop music, and her songs read like love letters to her family and community.
    Devon Ivie, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The song reached new audiences — and new generations — when it was featured in the incredibly popular 2018 biopic film of the same name, which was based on MercyMe singer Bart Millard’s life and focused in large part on the story behind the song.
    Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • For some horror-thriller heads, the moment might recall a similar sentiment expressed in the original Speak No Evil, Christian Tafdrup’s 2022 film about a family who gets tortured, and ultimately killed, by a sociopath who takes advantage of their middle-class politeness.
    Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
  • On Saturday, Elvira Monk expressed relief at the prospect of arrests in her brother’s death.
    Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • EchoStar shares, which closed at $26.13 on Monday, were at $21.99 on Thursday, a sign that investors weren’t pleased with the sale falling apart — although the earnings report could have played into the decline.
    Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Meanwhile, Berkshire also added more than 400,000 shares of pool equipment wholesale distributor Pool Corp. (POOL+3.51%), valued at about $152 million.
    Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • While some setting sprays also classify as fixing sprays, their formulations and benefits usually differ.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Instead of dealing with graphs, this formulation of the conjecture asked about objects called hypergraphs.
    Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The abuse victims’ attorneys, however, suggested that not funding the trust immediately would short-change people who had already been victimized by the church, given how the value of that trust could erode with time and inflation.
    Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Two days after the nation’s voters gave Donald Trump another term as president, Gov. Gavin Newsom staged a publicity stunt to position California — and presumably himself — as the epicenter of resistance.
    Dan Walters, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Schools have always played a central role in a child’s development; providing mental health resources on campus could make a profound difference in students’ accessibility to these services.
    Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • For example, in the 2020 presidential election, Arizona played a crucial role in Democrat Joe Biden's win over Republican Donald Trump.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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