speak

Example Sentences

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After that mess, Mr. Rousseau promised to learn to speak French, and the chairman of the Air Canada board vowed that it would be “an integral part” of his performance evaluation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

"I have tears in my eyes, I'm almost struggling to speak," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

However, they are yet to speak to any alternatives and the number of options has reduced, with Thomas Tuchel committing to England and Roberto de Zerbi opting to join Tottenham.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Whenever she asked her dad for details, she says, he became angry and refused to speak.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

We both feared it, I know we did, but did not dare speak of it.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo