as in gruff
harsh and dry in sound
the dying man spoke in a hoarse whisper
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Recent Examples of hoarse
But in the debate, Biden sounded hoarse and and at times struggled to complete sentences.
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Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 1 July 2024
But in the debate, Biden sounded hoarse and sometimes struggled to complete sentences.
—Benjamin Oreskes, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2024
Justin Sullivan / Getty Images Mr. Biden struggled through the first presidential debate against Trump in June, speaking in a hoarse voice and at times appearing to lose his train of thought while answering questions.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2024
Most in the away end were hoarse by that stage, but a special roar was reserved for Worrall.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 22 Aug. 2024
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Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 1 July 2024
But in the debate, Biden sounded hoarse and sometimes struggled to complete sentences.
—Benjamin Oreskes, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2024
Justin Sullivan / Getty Images Mr. Biden struggled through the first presidential debate against Trump in June, speaking in a hoarse voice and at times appearing to lose his train of thought while answering questions.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2024
Most in the away end were hoarse by that stage, but a special roar was reserved for Worrall.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 22 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoarse
Adjective
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The track resonates with Belinda’s crystalline vocals, dynamic guitar riffs, and spirited trumpet interplays, while Tito’s distinctively gruff delivery adds grit to their musical escapade.—
Ingrid Fajardo,
Billboard,
17 Jan. 2025
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Resolved to continue on her trip for the sake of her son, Sara finds herself in a perilous situation, and is forced to lean on the elusive Issac Reed (Taylor Kitsch), a gruff recluse who lives on the outskirts of Ft. Bridger.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Warren’s deep, husky voice frees himself from the blame of an unhealthy relationship over a stomping piano beat.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
21 Jan. 2025
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The husky Black man from the Bronx toiled for every inch of respect, beset by toxicity and misinformation, as hairy white folk-rock and boogie-band alumni pushed similar buttons to become the de facto bards of the everyman.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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If your hair is dry, coarse, or textured, however, shampooing that often could dry it out, and double-cleansing isn’t always advised.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
28 Jan. 2025
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Similar to sandpaper, steel wool has various grades to choose from—ranging from super fine to extra coarse.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Jones too deemed his performance a bit rusty due to his last game being Dec. 31.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2025
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In addition to a $70,000 fine, they will be beaten with a rusty bat and have the tips of their fingers chopped off.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Hoarse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoarse. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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