manner of speaking
Example Sentences
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Day One began with a bang, in a manner of speaking.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2025
The lawsuit also alleges that Harvey bears an “uncanny resemblance” to Martha, saying her “accent, manner of speaking and cadence” are “indistinguishable.”
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024
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
Only in a very strained manner of speaking.
From New York Times • Apr. 7, 2023
He was more fawning and would-be friendly; but Sam surprised some strange looks in his eyes at times, especially towards Frodo; and he went back more and more into his old manner of speaking.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
