1. the ways in which something is expressed in words; particular choices of words or expressions
Usage: plural of phrasing
2. the manner of performing a musical passage with regard to grouping of notes and expression
Usage: music; plural of phrasing

Examples

• The contract contained several awkward phrasings that needed revision.
• Different phrasings of the same question can lead to different responses.
• The teacher helped students improve their essay phrasings.
• The pianist’s phrasings brought new life to the classical piece.
• Various phrasings of the melody were explored during rehearsal.
• Legal documents often use formal phrasings that are hard to understand.
• The conductor worked with the orchestra on their musical phrasings.