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VOHKL/ˈvəʊkl/

Vocal means expressing opinions strongly and openly; also of the voice: a vocal critic, vocal cords. Outspoken is the close twin; lobby noise does not rewrite a cap.

Meaning

Expressing opinions strongly and openly; also of the voice.

Examples

• “Vocal support in the lobby does not rewrite the occupancy cap.”
• “Outspoken is the close twin. Loud is cruder. Support is a feeling. A cap is a certificate. Keep the number; then cheer if it still helps.”

Good to know

Outspoken (also: of the voice). Close: outspoken. Lobby noise ≠ a rewritten cap.

Near in meaning

outspoken

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