public speaking

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If Wagner’s job seems to require an unusual combination of skills—mastery of fluid dynamics, comfort with public speaking, strong pint tolerance—he comes by them honestly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Perhaps these qualities also prepared her to weather the slings and arrows of international NGO leadership and public speaking.

From Salon • Oct. 1, 2025

“They learn interpretation skills, which is amazing for building up confidence and public speaking in the future,” Barreiro said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2025

Barron Trump, the president’s youngest son, isn’t on the public speaking circuit and has no social media presence.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2025

“You can't turn tail at the prospect of public speaking your whole life through, Taylor.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell