vocal cords
plural noun
: either of two pairs of folds of mucous membranes that project into the cavity of the larynx and have free edges extending dorsoventrally toward the middle line
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While her diagnosis wasn't immediately clear, Twain said the disease's impact on her vocal cords served as a red flag.
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Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025
Cynthia Erivo won’t warm up her vocal cords without a Listerine mouthwash rinse first.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 29 July 2025
For example, either condition may affect the vocal cords, muscles involved in breathing, or muscles involved in swallowing.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Health, 25 July 2025
Athletics rookie Jacob Wilson ended up using his vocal cords more than his bat and glove during his appearance as American League’s starting shortstop in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
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Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025
Cynthia Erivo won’t warm up her vocal cords without a Listerine mouthwash rinse first.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 29 July 2025
For example, either condition may affect the vocal cords, muscles involved in breathing, or muscles involved in swallowing.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Health, 25 July 2025
Athletics rookie Jacob Wilson ended up using his vocal cords more than his bat and glove during his appearance as American League’s starting shortstop in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
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“Vocal cords.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vocal%20cords. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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