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(with object) Past tense for to say something in order to convey information or to express a feeling
“Or if he has done nothing wrong, then let him speak his truth and we may let him go.”
(without object) Past tense for to say something in order to convey information or to express a feeling
“I waited until I was finally allowed to speak.”
Past tense for to make a speech or contribute to a debate
“Advocates and skeptics alike been invited to speak about climate change.”
(speak to/with) Past tense for to have a conversation
“I was not able to speak to him about the urgent matter as he was busy at the time.”
(speak of) Past tense for to mention or discuss in speech or writing
“The book recounts experiences of former staff who speak of being very well taken care of by the firm.”
(speak to) Past tense for to talk to in order to reprove or advise
“Please speak to your son about his terrible career choice.”
(usually "speak of") Past tense for to serve as evidence for something
“His frailty at such a young age would speak of a life of hardship.”
Past tense for to be able to converse in a foreign language
“Unfortunately, I am unable to speak Italian.”
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