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Definition of voicenext
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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

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
Concertmaster Erin Keefe’s violin playing acted as the voice of Scheherazade in the work, weaving a tale with life-or-death urgency. Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026 Gad provides the voice of Olaf’s robotic character, who is part of the ride and the Arendelle celebration show. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
In fact, Hawkins said none of the voters in this cohort voiced opposition to the war. David M. Drucker, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026 World leaders have voiced concern after Israeli police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Sunday. Matteo Moschella, NBC news, 29 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • And now her husband has gifted her with an executive order that will give her a say over who collects management fees for handling potentially trillions of dollars in wealth.
    Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Nominations and voting give residents a say in which companies are honored each year.
    Community's Choice Awards, The Providence Journal, 28 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The trip raised hopes among some members on the WhatsApp chain that expressions of empathy toward Palestinians will become more common at Beth El, both from the bimah and in synagogue-wide communications.
    Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
  • The United States not only encourages artistic expression, it’s enshrined in the Constitution, under the First Amendment’s freedom of speech and assembly.
    Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • In November 2025, Swalwell accused the FBI of failing to protect him and fellow Democratic lawmakers from credible threats while providing a protective detail for Patel's girlfriend, country music singer Alexis Wilkins.
    Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The announcement, which was preceded by a series of cryptic posts from the singer, comes over five years after her last major solo concert.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Rodriguez expressed mixed feelings about the district's long-term plan.
    Da Lin, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
  • While people sometimes express this view in jest, others believe the fake environment borders on a cultural abomination.
    Adam Kadlac, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Stock Chart IconStock chart icon Nebius shares year-to-date.
    Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
  • And a disproportionate share of Florida workers are employed in seasonal or part-time industries, like tourism, meaning fewer receive insurance through their employers.
    Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • In 2023, the FDA banned compounding pharmacies (non-standard pharmacies that produce customized formulations for patients) from producing 14 specific peptides.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
  • What’s Really on Shelves Reduced and alternative sugar formulations built on monk fruit, allulose, stevia and date syrup are expanding across retail.
    Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • With its latest app update, American is now giving customers a fuller explanation behind every delay and cancellation.
    Zach Wichter, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Another version used the bubble-wand photo to give Graham a pink Cinderella-style dress and a set of Mini Mouse ears, complete with perky red bow.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Suggest a timeline that protects quality, confirm roles in writing, and schedule a brief follow-up to keep everyone aligned, whether partnered, solo, or collaborating.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The city manager’s roles are absorbed by the mayor, who makes $273,063 as of 2026, and several directors who make less than Jones and his deputy city managers.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026

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