speak
verb (used without object)
to utter words or articulate sounds with the ordinary voice; talk.
are speaking
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present progressiveof speak.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Most of them are scrambling to get on the right side of this issue, and, publicly at least, are speaking negatively about data centers.
From Salon ● Sep. 2, 2026
Yes, a recent study shows that we are speaking an average of 338 fewer words a day, starting in 2005 when researchers started tracking this.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
"We are speaking to members of the public and there will be additional patrols in the area, and would encourage anyone with any information or concerns to speak to officers."
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
"Both sides are speaking in a way that keeps their supporters satisfied. It's not clear who is telling the truth," the 49-year-old said.
From Barron's ● May 30, 2026
She is listening to two other women, who are speaking in a very urgento way.
From "The Unfinished Angel" by Sharon Creech
