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speak to

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speak to someone

to talk to someone. I am angry with him and I refuse to speak to him. Were you speaking to me?

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speak to something

[for something] to address, indicate, or signal something. This event speaks to the need for good communication. Your present state of employment speaks to your need for a better education.

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speak to

v.

To address some topic: The mayor spoke to the issue of tax increases.

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