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n. - A formal public statement.

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Usage examples (34)
  • The highlight of the event was the annunciation of his intention to run in the next election.
  • Let us now address her with the prayer that recalls the annunciation by the Angel.
  • Your tale of the annunciation is quite glorious.
  • Quivering as at some "annunciation", she went slowly forward.
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  • "Enunciation" (clear pronunciation) is necessary for an effective "annunciation" (public statement).
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