Verbs of Speaking

Compose sentences to bring out the difference between whispering and whining.

Introduction

The words below are all commonly used to refer to speaking, and especially the manner of speaking — whether speech is gentle or soft, loud or quiet, with anger or tenderness. Use each word in a sentence, in such a way as to make its meaning clear.

1. Tell. 2. Argue. 3. Whisper. 4. Snarl. 5. Reflect. 6. Pray.

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