as in gruff
harsh and dry in sound
the dying man spoke in a hoarse whisper
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Recent Examples of hoarse
His performance on the debate stage, which was marked by his hoarse voice, repeated stumbles and gaffes, reinforced that message to millions of Americans who tuned in Thursday night for the first face-to-face showdown since 2020 between Biden and presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump.
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Ken Tran, USA TODAY, 28 June 2024
All individuals who use these medications should be alert to symptoms of a thyroid tumor, such as a lump in the neck, a hoarse voice, and difficulty breathing or swallowing.
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
Roberts shouted, his hoarse voice booming through the stadium speakers after the Dodgers’ pennant-clinching win over the New York Mets in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
Here are five takeaways from the debate: Biden, with hoarse voice, fails to ease anxieties on age
The 81-year-old Biden didn't do himself any favors in terms of easing concerns about his age and acuity − which polling shows continues to be one of his biggest liabilities.
—Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 28 June 2024
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Ken Tran, USA TODAY, 28 June 2024
All individuals who use these medications should be alert to symptoms of a thyroid tumor, such as a lump in the neck, a hoarse voice, and difficulty breathing or swallowing.
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
Roberts shouted, his hoarse voice booming through the stadium speakers after the Dodgers’ pennant-clinching win over the New York Mets in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
Here are five takeaways from the debate: Biden, with hoarse voice, fails to ease anxieties on age
The 81-year-old Biden didn't do himself any favors in terms of easing concerns about his age and acuity − which polling shows continues to be one of his biggest liabilities.
—Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 28 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoarse
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After a long bout of gruff banter, Frank gets personal, invoking his dead son, Joseph.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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The actress uncovers enough credibility in the character to withstand the syrupy sports drama’s conventions, offsetting the gruff Eastwoodisms on which the film is built. 19.Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2024
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Okay, to be fair, Aliana has a cute, husky voice that sounds particularly good singing Christmas carols.Emma Specter, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
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The country titan performed a series a barnburners that ran on his husky, soulful voice.Ramon Ramirez, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Oct. 2024
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Salt And Oil Some cooks like to use coarse salt to remove stubborn messes on cast iron.Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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Position the rusty sections of your tools in the bucket and soak the tools for 12 to 24 hours to loosen the rust.Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024
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How To Properly Clean Cast Iron Don't toss your cast iron in soapy water to soak for hours—another mistake that will lead to a rusty pan.Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Hoarse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoarse. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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