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Public speaking
Public speech to a group of audience in a structured, deliberate manner to inform, influence, or entertain.
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gesticulate
Language; Public speaking
To gesture in an animated and excited manner or simply to gesture.
segue
Language; Public speaking
To move smoothly and unhesitatingly from one section or theme of a presentation to another. Pronounced seg-way.
rehearse
Language; Public speaking
To practice for a presentation until all the rough spots are smoothed.
personalize
Language; Public speaking
To present one's ideas in human terms that relate in some fashion to the experience of the audience.
heart story
Language; Public speaking
Touching story that normally brings tears to the eyes of audience members.
