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  • present participle of speak.
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speaking

[spee-king] / ˈspi kɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
talking
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




Example Sentences

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"A love that survives 78 years without meeting or even speaking to the person you love."

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

When speaking to Salon, Thayil generously explained what colors he saw in Soundgarden’s “Jesus Christ Pose”: “The word ‘Jesus’ is orangish, with brownish and reddish tones.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

His speaking cadence mirrors his singing style, going in fits and starts, spilling out a series of thought fragments that somehow end up magically fitting together.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

After speaking to the US authorities, world governing body Fifa said Artan will miss the tournament.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Ma mostly followed suit, only speaking to me in her worried murmurs, keeping her mouth small as she gave me instructions.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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