speaking

Example Sentences

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He has no idea what aspartame is, technically speaking, but he gets the gist.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

“Generally speaking, I think if it’s a growing area, you want to get into it. That’s a bullish overall indicator.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“I’ve never heard of that happening before,” said former federal prosecutor Rick Mountcastle, speaking generally about DOJ protocols.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

His speaking cadence mirrors his singing style, going in fits and starts, spilling out a series of thought fragments that somehow end up magically fitting together.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Without even speaking, all three of them ran for the bike rack, scooped up their bikes, and took off, pedaling furiously.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix