discourse
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But so much of American public discourse, over the last decade or so, has involved refusing to “observe the observable,” in Joan Didion’s famous phrase.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
Korea’s constitutional system, independent institutions and robust public discourse are sources of democratic resilience, not signs of democratic decline; they are hallmarks of a confident and open society.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Maron’s been the king of anxious discourse for decades.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
“What I think is a little bit misleading about this K-shaped discourse is it’s not new,” Hsu said.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
“Bono hath informed me,” said Dr. Trefusis, “that you met with a young drummer of Oyo. I trust the discourse was fruitful?”
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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Othello
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Rhetoric
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Grade 11, List 3
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