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1 | 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 29% | 8 | Incoherent speeches or speeches lacking logic | |
3 | 29% | 8 | Like an old tree stump, often | |
Stump Speeches Often Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "RHETORIC" which means:
- noun
- • Using language effectively to please or persuade
- • High-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation
- • Loud and confused and empty talk
- • Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking) adjective
- • Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
- • Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.
An example sentence would be:
- • "His speech was filled with persuasive rhetoric."
- • "The politician's use of rhetoric was effective in swaying public opinion."
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