pronouncement
Americannoun
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an official or authoritative statement or announcement
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the act of pronouncing, declaring, or uttering formally
Other Word Forms
- prepronouncement noun
Etymology
Origin of pronouncement
Example Sentences
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The pronouncement was a dramatic contrast to Jackson’s 1984 hosting gig on “Saturday Night Live” and his memorable reading of “Green Eggs and Ham” during a 1991 appearance on the sketch variety series.
From Los Angeles Times
Some analysts said the relentless nature of the news has trained money managers to be wary of the initial response to administration pronouncements, geopolitical developments or surprise technological advances.
When it comes to Africa, the policy shift reflected in pronouncements from Washington is dizzying.
From BBC
Studies like Goldman’s have generally shown more nuance than media reports and political pronouncements on supposed AI job loss.
He made the pronouncement in a loud voice, to clearly communicate that he did not want to be here, did not want to have another stupid opportunity shoved down his throat.
From Literature
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