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as in manner
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words
I recognized the writer's distinctive phraseology even before I saw the name
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as in diction
the way in which something is put into words
the unique phraseology of the suspect's answer stuck in my mind
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Recent Examples of phraseology
It’s all cloaked in the phraseology of being true to the faith.
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Gordon Monson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Aug. 2022
If a creator doesn’t respond, or doesn’t respond fast enough, he or she is labeled a gatekeeper (for those not fluent in TikTok phraseology, this is not a compliment).
—Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2023
To commission a gravestone in proper Roman style, with good syntax and phraseology, was proof that her family had ‘made it’ in Londinium.
—Rachel Ashcroft, Longreads, 17 Sep. 2022
This happens when speakers use local phraseology and native jokes.
—Roman Kumar Vyas, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022
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Gordon Monson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Aug. 2022
If a creator doesn’t respond, or doesn’t respond fast enough, he or she is labeled a gatekeeper (for those not fluent in TikTok phraseology, this is not a compliment).
—Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2023
To commission a gravestone in proper Roman style, with good syntax and phraseology, was proof that her family had ‘made it’ in Londinium.
—Rachel Ashcroft, Longreads, 17 Sep. 2022
This happens when speakers use local phraseology and native jokes.
—Roman Kumar Vyas, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022
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For a group of young men with a lethal stage presence, their private personas are marked by gentleness, always leading with manners, and respect.Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2024
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The Treasury Secretary was directed to develop a plan to end the conservatorship, facilitate competition in housing finance, operate the GSEs in a safe and sound manner, and ensure the government is properly compensated for any backing.Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Words and syllables land in an odd way, and the diction and clarity is slightly off.Nick Romano, EW.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Solange’s ornate diction and rhythmic delivery reveal the imprint of Max Eggers’ collaboration with his brother Robert on the script for 2019’s The Lighthouse, although to more frequently humorous effect in this case.Justin Lowe, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Consider adding this style that has a fuzzy inner lining to your winter closet.Nicol Natale, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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What’s a little Agatha Christie–style poisoning among the ultrarich and everyone else when prestige is on the line?Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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The platform launches with a slate spanning 12+ languages and 10+ genres, featuring everything from video-on-demand content to free gaming, radio streaming, and 65 live channels.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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The language barrier has always been the catalyst for most problems when working with someone who speaks a foreign language.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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With a variety of different modes to choose from, this device will not only cleanse your skin but remove any blackheads or buildup that may be sitting around too.Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
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Inspired by Optimus Prime from the Transformers One movie, this complex action figure can convert between four different modes, including a Cybertronian Truck and Orion Pax, and can grow up to 10 inches tall.Kayla Kitts, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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The wording differed slightly, but the message was essentially the same.NBC Los Angeles, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Question 6 In Nevada, voters will get a chance to amend their state’s Constitution to protect reproductive rights under slightly different wording.Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
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Mainardi says that the secret to balancing contemporary design with traditional chalet style is selecting materials that harmonize with the rustic materials and avoiding overly white or bright tones.Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
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That means voters have a chance to voice the artistic community’s response to his political resurrection — or at least set a tone.Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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Conversely, liquid formulations can slowly condense as the water and alcohols in them evaporate.Keren Landman, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
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Its fragrance-free formulation is especially great for moments when your skin might be irritated from more intensive ingredients like, say, retinoids.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Phraseology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phraseology. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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