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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The gruff verses in the latter still convey the sense that Shinoda thrives with an alternatingly coarser and softer vocal counterpart.Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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Jason Isaacs brings gruff humor and gravitas to Doyle’s character, while Haley Joel Osment’s optimistic portrayal of Chet balances the film’s tone.Charlie Fink, Forbes, 1 Nov. 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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After a long time, two husky young crewmen leaned down from the heaving deck of 44303, caught me by the arms, and strained to drag me aboard.Orval C. Johnson, Outdoor Life, 31 Oct. 2024
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For the herb paste: Process parsley, thyme, sage, rosemary, shallot, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in food processor until consistency of coarse paste, about 10 2-second pulses.Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
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Some, his hardcore base, agree with everything the former president says right down to the coarsest insults.Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2024
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Sunny yellow, warm cinnamon, pastel pink, royal purple, rusty red—these are just a few of the available colors of chrysanthemums.Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Nov. 2024
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Opened in October 2024, the easy 0.3-mile loop trail features 20 educational displays that identify the rusty parts and faint remains of a working cattle operation that operated from 1916 though the 1970s.Mare Czinar, The Arizona Republic, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Hoarse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoarse. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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