discourse
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There are some stirrings in the public discourse that suggests the existence of a deep, untapped well of anger at the hyper-rich.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
The demonstrations "reshaped national discourse", noted Ahmed, by focusing the conversation on the need for reforms.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Victory pushed back Monday and said the public discourse around its proposal is inaccurate, citing statements from anonymous sources in recent media reports.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
“We’re going to need to update the discourse and see him not only as this towering moral figure but as a flawed man,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
“Ah, let us end this vain discourse and let silence speak instead,” Hamlet said, kissing me one last time.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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Othello
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Rhetoric
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Grade 11, List 3
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