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Definition of voicenext
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as in say
the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion everyone will have a voice in the decision of where to go for our vacation

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as in expression
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a publisher who used his newspaper as a voice for his extreme conservatism

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verb

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How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
These developments add to growing concerns among rights advocates over restrictions on independent media, civil society and any dissenting voices under Saied. Ghaya Ben Mbarek, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026 Ahead of taking on the task of replicating Michael's legendary voice and performing skills, Jaafar practiced for hours on end to sing as Michael. Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
The stands were still filling up, but nobody seemed to be voicing their political feelings. Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026 While Republican lawmakers still voice support for Golden Dome, there is little appetite for the partisan budget battle a party-line reconciliation bill would spark ahead of this year’s midterm elections, Politico reported Thursday. Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • But in the end, the Hungarian people had their say at the ballot box.
    Deborah Danan, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Jury selection starts Monday, but jurors won’t have the final say in either the liability phase of the trial or the remedies phase, if the trial reaches that point.
    Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • In a league too often sanitized by coachspeak, facial expressions might be our last great truth serum.
    Zak Keefer, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
  • But the publishing industry is not the only place where space for free expression is dwindling in Russia.
    Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Fortunately, the crowd did something very cool and chimed in to help out anthem singer Cami Clune.
    Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Wiener Neustadt, Austria — A man accused of pledging allegiance to ISIS and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, Austria media reported.
    CBS News, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Matthew Harris, of Oakland, allegedly confessed in full to the Wells Fargo bank robbery, expressing remorse and blaming his addiction to fentanyl, authorities said.
    Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
  • All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, or its parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.
    Carter Braxton Worth, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
    Mark Cooper, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Meta shares were effectively unchanged by the news.
    ABC News, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Japanese sunscreen has always been the best; the lightest formulations, the silkiest textures, and some of the most affordable prices too.
    Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Available in two formulations, original and gentle for skin sensitive to salicylic acid.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The casting has always managed to feel diverse, but in a guileless, incidental way, giving the appearance of multicultural inclusion without espousing any explicitly progressive viewpoints.
    Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Inning-ending calls have been overturned, giving hitters another opportunity that, in some cases, has led to game-changing home runs.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • But within Seattle’s defense — a unit built on balance, depth and consistent pressure — his role still mattered.
    Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Claire Foy is among the rare lead performers to transition to a guest role, following a departure from a series.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026

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