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as in articulate
able to express oneself clearly and well
a very fluent speaker who always communicates his points well
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as in liquid
capable of moving like a liquid
heated the wax until it was fluent, then poured it into the mold
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
a fluent performance of one of the oldest magic tricks in the book
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Recent Examples of fluent
It's estimated that only a quarter of Puerto Ricans living on the island are fluent in English.
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Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 28 Feb. 2025
The Texas state director of Emgage, a group of organizations dedicated to politically empowering Muslim American communities, shared a story of an emergent bilingual student who received support through middle and high school and graduated speaking fluent English.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2025
Using interjections properly is a key part of sounding fluent in speaking a second language, notes Wiltschko, but language teachers often ignore them.
—Bob Holmes, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025
Her first language appears to be English but now speaks fluent Spanish, per other uploads.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
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Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 28 Feb. 2025
The Texas state director of Emgage, a group of organizations dedicated to politically empowering Muslim American communities, shared a story of an emergent bilingual student who received support through middle and high school and graduated speaking fluent English.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2025
Using interjections properly is a key part of sounding fluent in speaking a second language, notes Wiltschko, but language teachers often ignore them.
—Bob Holmes, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025
Her first language appears to be English but now speaks fluent Spanish, per other uploads.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluent
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Past youth winners like Ashleigh Scully and Zander Galli have grown into articulate ambassadors for wildlife and the environment.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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If anyone wants to hear an articulate explanation of why Republicans support or oppose legislation, go listen to the Republican floor speeches.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Mar. 2025
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More than 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products—including Egg Beaters and Bob Evans Better’n Eggs—have been recalled due to contamination concerns.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Over 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products that may contain a cleaning solution with sodium hypochlorite are being recalled nationwide, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Friday.—
Maureen Mackey,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The ride: The Niro’s suspension is tuned for comfort, providing a generally smooth and comfortable ride, especially in urban environments.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Wow Dreamcoat and Pop & Lock Finishing Serum for creating a super smooth and sleek look.—
Jessica Fields,
Essence,
2 Apr. 2025
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Many northern journalists and editorial boards cast civil rights protests in their own cities as dangerous and extreme, even when it was called out in the eloquent tones of Martin Luther King Jr. himself.—
Made by History,
Time,
4 Apr. 2025
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Charles Kenny, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Development, has been an eloquent exponent of this general view.—
Dylan Matthews,
Vox,
28 Mar. 2025
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The film’s score is, by turns, delicate and bold, flowing and discordant, unrepentantly experimental, and an echo of the grandeur of Hollywood.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
12 Feb. 2025
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An earthy bride may choose a flowing and delicate gown crafted from lightweight fabrics like chiffon or lace, adorned with delicate floral appliqués or intricate crochet details.—
Kedean Smith,
Essence,
12 Aug. 2024
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But where this Star truly shined (that was too easy) was in giving a despondent Cedrek a pep talk after his disastrous challenge performance.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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These organic soft-baked energy snack bars are packed with nutrients and easy for little hands to hold as well.—
Sherri Gordon, CLC,
Parents,
2 Apr. 2025
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There’s guys along the way that probably earned the rights to step up and be a little bit more vocal.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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And those arguing for seizing the moment for reform have been vocal in opposing cuts so far.—
Dylan Matthews,
Vox,
28 Mar. 2025
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The field is highly fluid, and a dozen or more White House aspirants could still join the presidential primary fight, while those mentioned prominently for some time might demur and stay out.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2025
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So, if nothing else, trade conditions remain fluid.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Fluent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluent. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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