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Term: Allocute

Description:

Allocute is a verb that means to address directly or speak to someone formally, especially in a public or authoritative manner.

It can also be used as a noun to refer to a formal speech or address given to a particular audience or group of people.

Examples:

As a verb:

1. During his speech, the president allocuted to the nation, reassuring them of better times ahead.
2. The teacher allocuted to the students about the importance of education.
3. The judge allocuted to the defendant, delivering a powerful statement before giving the sentence.

As a noun:

1. The politician gave an allocution to his supporters, outlining his plans for the upcoming term.
2. In his allocution, the CEO encouraged the employees to strive for excellence.
3. The commencement allocution left a lasting impression on the graduating class.

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