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A conversation between two or more people
“We got to shake hands and have a few words with him.”
A confrontation or quarrel
“Captain, if you will excuse me, I need to have some stern words with our young officer.”
The lyrics to a song or poem
“Now that children know the words to the song, call attention to special features of words in the song.”
The written text of a play, film, or broadcast
“This refers to any member of the cast of characters who says a line or words in the scene.”
A way or manner in which something is expressed
“How would you describe our friend Donnie in a single word?”
A spoken word, statement, or vocal sound
Words written on something
A highly expressive, rhythmical literary piece
The sum total of a writer's works
Plural for a phrase or saying that references common fact or knowledge
“Eat less, move more, lose weight. Never a truer word has been spoken.”
Plural for a declarative statement, especially a brief one
“The senator shared a word on the need for unity between fellow citizens.”
Plural for a brief conversation
“I need to have a word with you about how you've been behaving recently.”
Plural for news or information
“Have you received word about the results of the election yet?”
Plural for a statement or claim of questionable accuracy
“Word has it that he's just gotten engaged again.”
Plural for a command, signal or authorization to do something
“We were told to keep moving until they gave us the word to stop.”
Plural for a promise or assurance
“I give you my word that I will do everything in my power to make your dreams come true.”
Plural for a word used to gain admittance or access
“Say the word and the gatekeeper will allow you to pass.”
To utter words using speech
To convey or express in a particular way or manner
“You will need to word your statement in a less ambiguous manner.”
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