manner of speaking
Example Sentences
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Day One began with a bang, in a manner of speaking.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2025
The lawsuit also alleges that Harvey bears an “uncanny resemblance” to Martha, saying her “accent, manner of speaking and cadence” are “indistinguishable.”
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024
Except that, in the next month, the Rosetta Stone is returning home — in a manner of speaking.
From New York Times • Aug. 11, 2023
Despite the poor light, Prigozhin is just about recognisable by his silhouette, and Russian speakers familiar with his previous statements say the voice and manner of speaking is unmistakably his.
From BBC • Jul. 19, 2023
Observing and acting upon cues from body language, dress, and manner of speaking.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
