1
as in vocal
expressed or communicated by voice
a baby's crying is usually interpreted as an oral expression of distress
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2
as in verbal
made or carried on through speaking rather than in writing
lawyers for the plaintiff will be presenting oral arguments before the Supreme Court next week
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Recent Examples of oral
Traditionally, diabetes treatment started with oral medications like metformin, which helps lower glucose by reducing sugar production in the liver.
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 14 July 2025
Plaintiffs in one of the lawsuits over the tariffs asked the Supreme Court to take up the issue on an urgent timeline, requesting that justices hear oral arguments over the tariffs’ legality as soon as their next term begins, or even sooner.
—Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
To create a more human-like microbiome in the guts of mice, the team induced nine of these bacterial species through oral gavage.
—Jay Kakade
july 12, New Atlas, 12 July 2025
Hippler is set to hear oral arguments on Thursday, July 17.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 11 July 2025
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 14 July 2025
Plaintiffs in one of the lawsuits over the tariffs asked the Supreme Court to take up the issue on an urgent timeline, requesting that justices hear oral arguments over the tariffs’ legality as soon as their next term begins, or even sooner.
—Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
To create a more human-like microbiome in the guts of mice, the team induced nine of these bacterial species through oral gavage.
—Jay Kakade
july 12, New Atlas, 12 July 2025
Hippler is set to hear oral arguments on Thursday, July 17.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oral
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Since welcoming their children, both the rapper and the beauty mogul have been vocal about the positive impact parenthood has had on their lives.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Trump caused quite the stir ahead of his state visit, notably going head-to-head with London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who was vocal in his disapproval of Trump’s impending arrival.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Without firm protections or clarity on future reimbursement, this budget sets up another round of fiscal instability for institutions that cannot afford to operate on hope and verbal commitments.—
Heather Somers,
Hartford Courant,
20 July 2025
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But the moment quickly dissolves into a verbal ping-pong match between Shamea, Drew, and Porsha—because what’s a reunion without a few more sparks?—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
20 July 2025
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In spoken testimonies at the hearing, Talise's mother and older sister detailed the grief their family experienced since the crash, and urged the judge to give Sykes a longer confinement sentence.—
Ariela Lopez,
jsonline.com,
12 July 2025
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The program will combine musical performance with spoken commentary and will talk about the tradition in a broader historical context.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Sanders, who co-directed the original movie and voiced Stitch, reprised his voice-over role in the 2025 update.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
23 July 2025
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Several cast members returned, including co-writer and co-director Chris Sanders, who created and voiced Stitch.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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“Oral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oral. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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