speech
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After the result only the winner will make a speech, which will last up to three minutes.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
In a speech that year, he called for state-owned enterprises to be allowed to "swim by themselves in the markets".
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
It was not until a week before shooting — after he had already conceived the character’s voice — that he finally gained access and heard Gein’s speech.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Cassidy announced, in a Senate floor speech late Friday morning, that he would support Blanche after all.
From Slate ● Aug. 8, 2026
From what I understand, free speech is something Americans cherish, so they allowed us to continue chanting.
From "The (Mostly) True Story of Cleopatra's Needle" by Dan Gutman
In retirement, "Boss Zhu" published a number of books of speeches on economic reform, and was listed as one of the country's top philanthropists.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
At least 4,000 were still in the grounds of Belfast City Hall at 01:00 BST to hear the closing speeches and final tunes.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
To me, speeches like this have a dual purpose: Rebecca is obviously speaking to a specific character, but Waddingham’s passionate delivery makes an effective case to viewers.
From Salon ● Aug. 7, 2026
The announcement shocked country fans who had followed the couple through podcast appearances and acceptance speeches that painted a rosy picture of the pair’s relationship.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
At least three times a week, I looked forward to Mother Lois taking me to Bethel AME for choir practice, speeches by people from out of town who talked about God, and Bible study.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
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Academy Awards, List 1
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"Encounter"
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Literary Terms, Part I
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