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.

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

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

A model suing Kanye West is speaking out about the alleged assault that lawyers for the rapper argue was his 1st Amendment right.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

This brief statement, provided without a transcript or any indication of who was speaking, sparked intense speculation about the actions of the pilots.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 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

“He said that you were having trouble speaking in front of your classmates for an assignment,” SJ told her.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith