[make] a speech
1
to deliver a formal or informal talk in front of others, often about a specific topic or idea
- During the town hall meeting, residents had the opportunity to make speeches about community concerns.
- She made a speech at the graduation ceremony, inspiring the graduates with words of wisdom.
- The politician will make a speech outlining their plans for improving healthcare.
- The best man made a speech at the wedding, sharing humorous anecdotes about the bride and groom.
- The teacher asked each student to make a short speech about their summer vacation.