verbal

Example Sentences

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The state is not targeting “speech as speech,” but a range of services that include verbal communication.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

The Metropolitan Police said in a statement that it was aware of the footage showing the verbal altercation between locals and journalists.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

After the performance, his revolving panel of judges gets into a verbal exchange where they share feedback and refine their character.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

“This is likely to take the form of verbal vigilance rather than an explicit signal of an imminent rate move,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

I nod, but Ms. Monroe says, “Please give a verbal response.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas