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perorates

verb

present tense third-person singular of perorate

as in mouths (off)

to talk as if giving an important and formal speech an arrogant scholar who never passes up an opportunity to posture and perorate on stunningly unimportant matters

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Formats range from small to large, so shop for a size and print that speaks to you and your wardrobe.

— Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
Apparently Green’s out-of-state badge speaks louder than their decidedly un-cop-like dress.

— Chris Klimek, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026

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