[give] a speech
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to deliver a formal presentation in front of a group of people about a specific topic
- The president will give a speech at the commencement ceremony.
- She was asked to give a speech about climate change at the conference.
- He gave a heartfelt speech at his best friend's wedding.
- The teacher asked the students to give short speeches about their summer vacations.
- The CEO will give a keynote speech at the business conference.