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October 28, 2021

Word of the Day: Eloquent

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Word of the Day : October 28, 2021

eloquent \EL-uh-kwunt\ adjective

What It Means

Eloquent means "having or showing the ability to use language clearly or effectively" or "clearly showing feeling or meaning."

// The guest of honor delivered an eloquent speech.

// The dancer's movement was eloquent.

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Aired October 28, 2021

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