holding forth
Example Sentences
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With T. Bone Burnett holding forth in the producer’s chair yet again, “Long Long Road” matches its predecessor’s penchant for warmhearted storytelling and well-played musical confections.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026
Munger took center stage at the Daily Journal annual meeting, often answering questions and holding forth for an hour or two.
From Barron's • Oct. 28, 2025
He’s traveling the country giving six-figure speeches, playing pundit and elder statesman on TV, holding forth at high-brow political forums and, not least, plotting vengeance against those behind his unceremonious ouster as House speaker.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2024
Ray, then 50, began spending nights in the dormitory, holding forth on the importance of honesty and extolling the Roman emperor and philosopher Marcus Aurelius.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2023
“Two sucres,” my cousin Zoyla said, holding forth two leaves, grudgingly playing along.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
