
What do you call somebody who is unable to speak?
May 21, 2008 · Hello, I am wondering what you, native speakers, call people unable to speak. I have found the following, but it says it is old fashioned. Thank you!
single term for "sons and daughters" - WordReference Forums
Apr 11, 2007 · ᅳsynonym offspring 2 someone's children - used humorously ᅳsynonym offspringSarah with her numerous progeny 3 something that develops from something else progeny of Connolly's book is the progeny of an earlier TV series.
commercial gesture - WordReference Forums
Oct 6, 2021 · Is the expression "commercial gesture" used in English as a synonym for "gesture of goodwill" in business? Context/example : "I really do apologise for the delay in delivery. As a commercial gesture, I can offer you a 10% discount on your next order." Are there any other synonyms for "gesture of goodwill"? Thanks a lot for your help.
Other ways of saying he is "whipped" - WordReference Forums
Nov 2, 2018 · We don't provide lists of words, but if you would like more words to consider, you can use the synonym function on our definition page. To do this start with a word that has the meaning you have in mind. In this case, I suggest that you start with henpecked. On the definition page, below the search box, you will see the link: English synonyms ...
word meaning "promoting a bad behaviour" - WordReference …
Jan 19, 2011 · Hello, Saladin. I think your word "condone" is very good at expressing what you're talking about. English has many synonyms for certain words, and I can think of a few others that would work instead of "condone".
Better words to substitute for "things"? - WordReference Forums
Sep 19, 2011 · Hello everyone, "There are three things I did well". Are there any words that can substitute the word "things". It doesn't sound formal enough to be used in an essay. Please help.
"as of now", "as for now" - WordReference Forums
Apr 29, 2011 · As referenced from thesaurus.com: As of now: Main Entry: already Part of Speech: adverb Definition: before expected time
academic phrase for "take a closer look at" - WordReference Forums
Mar 9, 2006 · Hi everyone, Can anyone think of a different way of saying "to take a closer look at", slightly more formal/academic. My brain currently isn't working, the best I could come up with is (in context): "The following section will give a closer examination of some …
Can't Help but... - WordReference Forums
Oct 6, 2009 · Hello! I found it difficult to interpret "can't help" in the following sentences: "You can't help but compare yourself against the old-timers. Can't help but wonder how they'd have operated these times." There's an old sheriff, who tells about old …
from my side/on my side/ on my part | WordReference Forums
Aug 14, 2017 · Thanks. I feel the construct using part implies role and/or participation, seemingly through activity or doing.