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Communications vocabulary
To spin a story: The CEO spun a story at the meeting. (spin spun spun)
To convince: He tried to convince his team to do the project. They would not listen.
Statement: He made a statement to the audience.
Curiosity: He is curious about the matter.
Support: He will not support the idea any more.
To insult: The guest accidentally insulted the manager.
Diplomacy: They required diplomacy in the matter.
Speech: The speech was great.
To get a point across: I had to communicate my idea. I was firm in getting my point across.
Debate: We debated the subject.
News: I watched business news to see if there was any progress on the topic.
Media: The message is the media.
Press release: They issued a press release concerning the issue.
Newsletter: The communications department issues a newsletter every month.
Communique: They sent a communique.
Telephone requests
Telephone requests (read out loud)
Frank could you send me a copy of your speech?
Lisa and Alex are preparing the debate.
Have you seen the news today? It says there will be new market player.
Did you hear the spin doctor on TV last night?