hold forth

verb

1. intr to speak for a long time or in public
2. tr to offer (an attraction or enticement)

Idioms and Phrases

Speak in public, especially at great length. For example, Barbara loved to hold forth on the latest discoveries in astronomy . [Second half of 1600s]

Example Sentences

While engaged in the relationship with Kennedy — which she said began late last year, after she wrote a profile of him, and ended in August — Nuzzi continued to hold forth on the presidential race.

From Los Angeles Times

Nineteen hours later, it was a different Donald J. Trump who held forth for 33 minutes from a lectern in the lobby of the tower that bears his name.

From New York Times

The General Sherman, said Ambrose, is valiantly holding forth, defying the ravages of time.

From Los Angeles Times

Captain holds forth and delivers the following speech with aplomb:

From Salon

At the Speaking Stump, Turkey Vulture was holding forth on today’s activity: fishing.

From Literature

Related Words

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• rehearse
• repeat
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• speak
• utter