gargle

noun

Definition of garglenext
as in croak

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Recent Examples of gargle Here's what to know about using a saltwater gargle to help treat sore throat symptoms. — Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Jan. 2025 Saltwater gargles are used to improve oral health and treat various oral health conditions. — Edmund Khoo, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2024 Non-medical therapies, such as salt water gargles or tea with honey and lemon, may also work for certain people. — Emilia Benton, Health, 1 June 2024 To make an effective saltwater gargle, Mayo Clinic experts recommend dissolving 1/4 to 1/2 tsp of salt in an 8oz glass of warm water. — Hannah Jeon, Good Housekeeping, 1 Aug. 2022 See All Example Sentences for gargle
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  1. croak
  2. screech
Noun
  • Males also begin their chorus of throaty croaks in hopes of attracting a willing mate.
    — Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
  • The gentle croaks of coquís, the native frog of the island, will transport you amid the kaleidoscope of lush vegetation and wildlife.
    — Lauren Sanchez, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of croak
Noun
  • La Vierge de Fer contrasts the delicate fruit and a lily note with the screech of cold metal, sparkling aldehydes, and lilting sandalwood.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Equally notable throughout the game was the angry screech, reserved for whenever the Czech Republic players had the ball — or worse — were given a free kick.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 June 2026
Definition of screech

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