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as in snort
a vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval
there was a chorus of boos and hisses from the fans when the umpire called the runner out
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Recent Examples of hiss
Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2024
Some accounts also mention a hissing or crackling sound accompanying the phenomenon, while others report an acrid smell, possibly from ozone or burning materials.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 19 Sep. 2024
Vendors’ sold oceans of remedies for throats parched and aching from shouting praises of their candidate, booing and hissing his opponents.
—Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2024
But then cooing turned to hissing and growling, the killer revealing his true nature.
—Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel, 24 July 2024
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Verb
As its hissing güiro, whistling gaitas and lively horns flow through Los Angeles, Noche de Cumbia aims to celebrate its roots, embrace its variations and encourage a night full of dancing.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2024
Some accounts also mention a hissing or crackling sound accompanying the phenomenon, while others report an acrid smell, possibly from ozone or burning materials.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 19 Sep. 2024
Vendors’ sold oceans of remedies for throats parched and aching from shouting praises of their candidate, booing and hissing his opponents.
—Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2024
But then cooing turned to hissing and growling, the killer revealing his true nature.
—Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel, 24 July 2024
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Noun
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Paddlers must bring their watercraft, a personal flotation device such as a life jacket, and a whistle.Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
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The foul trouble wasn’t limited to the center position, however, as the Huskies drew 22 whistles and sent Colorado to the free throw line for 28 attempts.Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 26 Nov. 2024
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The book, with illustrations by English artist Hannah Farr, tells the story of how Henri gets bullied in doggie daycare because of his loud snort.Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
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But back in the late 90s, people could crush the pills, turning a slow-release narcotic into a rapidly acting drug, a snort or injection leading to an intense high.Peter Ubel, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
Verb
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Similar opposition bubbled up months later when Biden designated Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni National Monument in Arizona.Susan Montoya Bryan, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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Normally bubbling with positivity and naivety, Jacob experiences an emotional breakdown in this episode, which revolves around his adversarial relationship with his family during a surprise appearance from his masculine, drone-flying younger brother.Andrés Buenahora, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
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If those details feel too sporty or outdoorsy to you, look for variations that feature a hidden side or back zip.Christina Pérez, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2024
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Everyone loved the quarter zip for weight savings, but quibbled with the oddly small hand pockets and wished the hem drawcords were a little more tucked away.Frederick Reimers, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2024
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Whatever happened to common courtesies in lieu of belittlements, sneers or vilification?Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 3 Nov. 2024
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The Wilfried Zaha mural at Selhurst Park (The Athletic) What has never changed are the gripes and sneers that have attached themselves to this part of SE25, in the London borough of Croydon, for longer than Palace fans would probably wish to remember.Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 28 Aug. 2024
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There are sizeable periods of matches where opponents can defend in a compact shape, safe in the knowledge that United attacks can eventually fizzle out of their own accord.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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The decision involving Gattis comes on the heels of an offensive campaign that opened promisingly before fizzling.Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 4 Dec. 2024
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Hadid, in response, cocks her head thoughtfully, stares at Travis, and gives a little smirk.Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2024
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Think of nervous smiles, insincere smiles, and smirks.Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Murray crouched down for some extra coaxing of his heave from behind the half-court line, watched the ball sail on track toward the basket and — swish! — struck a pose right in front of the broadcast table.Dave Campbell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2024
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The actors would get it, take a swig, swish it around their mouth and then spit it out.Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Hiss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hiss. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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