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oratory

[awr-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, or-] / ˈɔr əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i, ˈɒr- /


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His oratory and pen helped shape the 14th Amendment’s guarantees of citizenship and equal protection and the 15th’s promise of black male suffrage.

From The Wall Street Journal

With his father often on the road, the pastor of their church became a mentor to Thomas and noticed his oratory skills.

From The Wall Street Journal

On Friday, as the Rams prepared for the second night of the draft, McVay used his oratory skills before another assemblage of pros.

From Los Angeles Times

After about eight minutes, the protesters left the roadway, convening in front of the 17-story tower, where the oratory continued.

From Los Angeles Times

While his oratory continues to project passion for justice, his controversial image has faded somewhat as his civil rights goals have become more inclusive.

From Los Angeles Times