Speech refers to the act of speaking, using words or sounds to communicate thoughts, ideas, or feelings to others. It is the way we use our voices to express ourselves and share information with others. Full definition
He is actually above average in speech at 2 1/2. (babycenter.com)
And I love that you wore your swear rings — freedom of speech in action! (wendybrandes.com)
An assault on free speech at an institute of higher education highlights both the power of rhetoric and the convenient philosophical inconsistency of identity politics. (firstthings.com)