uttering
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of uttering
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at utter 1, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Many were too shocked to speak, uttering few words before breaking down in tears or retreating into silence.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
For example, lying isn’t merely uttering a falsehood.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
The black-clad, 23-year-old singer-songwriter barely spoke to the audience, uttering only a couple of thank yous during one of two solo performances at the venue this past weekend.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025
Pines recalls one young guest uttering to him in distress: "I've never done anything like that before."
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025
They rushed through woods and over mountains uttering sharp cries, waving pine-cone-tipped wands, swept away in a fierce ecstasy.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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