manner of speaking
Example Sentences
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Many things mark Kenneth as different, including a halting manner of speaking that sometimes seems like neurodiversity and other times like post-traumatic shock.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Despite the poor light, Prigozhin is just about recognisable by his silhouette, and Russian speakers familiar with his previous statements say the voice and manner of speaking is unmistakably his.
From BBC • Jul. 19, 2023
And his persona's catchy manner of speaking, wolf-cut hairstyle, retro outfits and mastery of old Japanese and K-pop songs have contributed to that success.
From Reuters • May 31, 2023
The dogs are, too, in a manner of speaking — they live together and have had a litter.
From Seattle Times • May 9, 2023
The pieces of string are so small that “colors” is only a manner of speaking.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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