eloquence
Example Sentences
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Not even the creature’s eloquence moves Victor to self-reflection: “O Frankenstein, be not equitable to every other, and trample upon me alone, to whom thy justice, and even thy clemency and affection, is most due.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026
The two-hour documentary includes interviews with Carrey and O’Brien, as well as “Only Murders in the Building” stars Steve Martin and Martin Short, a duo deeply influenced by Van Dyke’s blend of eloquence and acrobatics.
From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025
The New York Times said Nehru had "electrified his countrymen with a speech of soaring eloquence".
From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025
There were three main speakers that night: Chaudhry Khaliquz-zaman spoke for India's Muslims, Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a philosopher, for his eloquence and vision, and Nehru - the star of the evening.
From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025
O, let my books be then the eloquence and dumb presages of my speaking breast!’”
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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"Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad," Vocabulary from the biography
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