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What does it mean?
The speaker enjoys the elegance and artistry of articulate speech.
In plain terms
He likes hearing people speak beautifully.
What can you take from it?
Appreciate the beauty in well-expressed ideas.

Where it applies

  • literary discussion
  • public speaking

Putting it to work

  • study eloquent writing
  • practice clear speech

Questions to consider

  • What makes speech sound high?
  • Do you prefer simplicity?

Another view

Not everyone values fancy words over clarity.

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