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Elocution
/ˌɛləˈkjuːʃən/noun
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Elocution is the skill of delivering speech with clarity, expressiveness, and proper pronunciation to engage an audience effectively. It encompasses not just words but also tone, gesture, and rhythm, making it essential for public speaking, acting, and even everyday conversations in professional settings.
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In the 19th century, elocution was so influential that it spawned dedicated schools and competitions across Europe and America, with one estimate suggesting over 10,000 elocution manuals were published by 1900. Winston Churchill, who transformed his halting speech into iconic oratory through elocution practice, credited it with helping him lead Britain through World War II.
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