rhetoric
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Three months later, I published a mea culpa, in which I renounced my support for Trump and apologized for my hurtful deeds and rhetoric.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
In recent years though, the communist authorities in Vietnam have dialled down the anti-Chinese rhetoric, and worked hard to build closer relations with Beijing.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Ms. Bass “got to say ‘It’s dangerous, this rhetoric.’
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
It is a work of searing writing that stays grounded and nuanced while looking ahead, in both practice and rhetoric.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
Why did rhetoric catch on so rapidly in Athens?
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
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