patter
Example Sentences
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Gradually, it becomes clear that the game DJ and host are also getting ready, running through their playlists and patter.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Over the years, it became an established tradition that Ko-Ko rewrite his patter song, “I’ve Got a Little List,” to keep the operetta’s satire topical.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
Immigration enforcement officers had only come by once in the past five years, when he was out, Surchi said during his sales patter.
From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025
It is tiresome to hear servers deliver endless preplanned patter at the table, says Milioulis.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025
There’s the familiar patter of crepe-soled shoes and moments later two nurses haul McGuinty up by the arms.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham
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