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choice of words

NOUN
expression
Synonyms
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definition explanation interpretation language phrase remark speech statement style term voice word
STRONG
announcement argument articulation assertion asseveration commentary communication declaration delivery diction elucidation emphasis enunciation execution exposition formulation idiom intonation issue locution mention narration phraseology phrasing pronouncement rendition speaking utterance vent voicing writ
WEAK
set phrase turn of phrase
Antonyms
STRONGEST
question silence
STRONG
concealment denial quiet suppression
NOUN
phrasing
Synonyms
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diction phrase terminology
STRONG
language locution manner mode parlance phraseology style verbalism words
WEAK
turn of phrase wordage
NOUN
terminology
Synonyms
STRONGEST
jargon language lingo phrasing vocabulary
STRONG
diction locution nomenclature onomastics phraseology words
WEAK
turn of phrase wordage
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standard
NOUN
verbalism
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STRONG
diction language locution manner mode parlance phrase phraseology phrasing style terminology words
WEAK
turn of phrase wordage
NOUN
verbalization
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STRONG
announcement argument articulation assertion asseveration commentary communication declaration definition delivery diction elucidation emphasis enunciation execution explanation exposition formulation idiom interpretation intonation issue language locution mention narration phrase phraseology phrasing pronouncement remark rendition speaking speech statement style term utterance vent vocalization voice voicing word writ
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set phrase turn of phrase
Antonyms
STRONG
concealment denial question quiet silence suppression vagueness
NOUN
vocalization
Synonyms
STRONG
announcement argument articulation assertion asseveration commentary communication declaration definition delivery diction elucidation emphasis enunciation execution explanation exposition formulation idiom interpretation intonation issue language locution mention narration phrase phraseology phrasing pronouncement remark rendition speaking speech statement style term utterance vent verbalization voice voicing word writ
WEAK
set phrase turn of phrase
Antonyms
STRONG
concealment denial question quiet silence suppression vagueness
NOUN
wording
Synonyms
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language manner phrasing terminology
STRONG
diction locution mode parlance phraseology style words
WEAK
turn of phrase wordage

Example Sentences

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Mr. McCallum’s sharp alliterations and choice of words transform a book review into a wonderful exploration of a mercurial star.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

In a statement posted to economist Laurence Kotlikoff’s Substack, Hassett said he regretted his choice of words.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Carney on Tuesday conceded a "poor choice of words" in his weekend remarks about talks.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

Her choice of words is significant because Abbot is actually standing on the hospital roof on the wrong side of the guardrail.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

There were a few snickers at my choice of words, but I ignored them.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson

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