rostrum

Example Sentences

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The address will mark the first time in five years that Newsom delivers a State of the State from the Assembly rostrum.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

From the rostrum, Barker leaned in dramatically, smiled, sometimes waited.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025

As is customary, Mr. Johnson banged the gavel when Mr. Biden stepped up to the rostrum.

From New York Times • Mar. 8, 2024

Religious conservatives cheered Johnson’s election Wednesday, after which he brought his Bible to the rostrum before taking the oath of office.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023

Charlie said, watching Tansy’s return to the rostrum, and the way she gathered her skirts.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck