after-dinner speech

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Refers to a formal talk given after the evening meal, often at an event.

after-dinnerADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

speech

Examples (10)

  • He is famous for his witty after-dinner speeches.
  • The CEO is expected to deliver the main after-dinner speech at the gala.
  • I have to write an after-dinner speech for my brother's wedding.
  • Her after-dinner speech was both inspiring and incredibly funny.
  • Giving an after-dinner speech can be a nerve-wracking experience.
  • The guest of honor concluded the event with a heartfelt after-dinner speech.
  • Unfortunately, his after-dinner speech was rather long and tedious.
  • Do you have any tips for making an after-dinner speech more engaging?
  • The tradition of the after-dinner speech is common at formal banquets.
  • She was praised for her eloquent after-dinner speech on leadership.