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in manner of speaking
In a manner of speaking.
to speak in a manner that show hurt
in a civil manner in a friendly manner with a friendly tone
Manner of speaking is the characteristic style or manner that a person uses to express himself orally. So for a speech, your manner of speaking should be clear, concise, animated, calm, and confident.
Skippy - 1967 A Manner of Speaking 3-2 is rated/received certificates of: Australia:G
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It means speaking in a sharp or forthright manner.
Condescending manner means talking to someone as if they are a child, sort of like you are humoring them just by speaking to them.