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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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
Before embracing a project of this scale, the city owes its residents not just enthusiasm, but assurance — assurance that all reasonable alternatives have been considered, all risks fully weighed, and all voices genuinely heard. Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026 The voice cast includes Brooklyn Davey Norstedt as Eleven, Jolie Hoang-Rappaport as Max, Luca Diaz as Mike, Ej (Elisha) Williams as Lucas, Braxton Quinney as Dustin, Ben Plessala as Will and Brett Gipson as Hopper. Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
Boseman was allegedly let go after voicing his concerns that Reggie’s character relied too much on racial stereotypes. Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026 Mamdani suggested raising state taxes on millionaires and corporations — a proposal Hochul for months voiced opposition to. Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
Noun
  • Kasky, unlike Mamdani, would have a say in American foreign policy if elected to Congress.
    Joseph Strauss, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
  • The commission also has a say in determining which practices OPD can follow, such as the use of militarized police equipment and whether officers are allowed to chase suspects at high vehicle speeds.
    Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The cyber-pet also features a high-fidelity facial screen capable of thousands of expressions and concise text replies.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
  • In the study, Yale School of Medicine, or YSM, researchers discovered elevated GLO1 levels in the brains of animals with excessive levels of cellular calcium, finding that the brain increased GLO1 expression as a protective mechanism to mitigate the effects of the calcium dysregulation.
    Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Weir took his place as a key songwriter and singer, in addition to rhythm guitar.
    Adam Levine, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026
  • Earlier this year, the country singer shared a recipe for her mom’s famous cherry cookies just in time for Valentine’s Day.
    Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The actress isn't shy about expressing her love for Leach on Instagram.
    Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Some nearby residents, including Sue Weston — the owner of Weston Gardens in Bloom, a historic garden located on Anglin Drive — have expressed fierce opposition to the data center.
    Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Ole Miss, like FSU, plays a very up-tempo offense and managed to get its share of chunk plays throughout the game.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
  • The former couple share three daughters — Rumer, 37, Scout, 34, and Tallulah, 31.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • This comes after bursting on to the scene about a decade ago, influencing beauty formulation and packaging everywhere.
    Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Inlyte’s work focused on cathode formulations, processing conditions, and operational protocols that allow iron to match the stability previously demonstrated only by nickel.
    Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Historically, the water’s purity was singular, giving life to a watershed that flourished because of a unique paucity of nutrients, a situation that hindered the pursuit of any single species that would dominate the rest.
    Amy Green, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Utopia Bedding Quilted Comforter This Utopia Bedding comforter keeps my bed looking super fluffy and cloud-like and gives my bedroom an expensive look.
    Genevieve Cepeda, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • There are other examples of lawmakers leaving public office for lobbying roles, but keeping their accounts open and spending from them.
    Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 11 Jan. 2026
  • By high school, Carter had acted in theater and earned a role in Neil Simon’s production of The Odd Couple.
    Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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