as in gruff
harsh and dry in sound
the dying man spoke in a hoarse whisper
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Recent Examples of hoarse
By Tuesday evening, Booker, his voice hoarse but unwavering, broke the record for the longest speech in Senate history, which was previously held by Senator Strom Thurmond, a South Carolina segregationist who spoke for 24 hours and 18 minutes in opposition to the Civil Rights Act of 1957.
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Nik Popli, Time, 2 Apr. 2025
His slightly hoarse, charismatic tone pairs well with soulful timbre, making for a duet that recalls the rugged sheen of early-’00s hip-hop and R&B collaborations.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 14 Apr. 2025
Like fellow performer Carrie Underwood, Cyrus was met with technical difficulties, and viewers expressed concern over his hoarse voice and at times awkward on-stage behavior.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Biden appeared unsteady, his responses erratic, his voice a hoarse whisper.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Nik Popli, Time, 2 Apr. 2025
His slightly hoarse, charismatic tone pairs well with soulful timbre, making for a duet that recalls the rugged sheen of early-’00s hip-hop and R&B collaborations.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 14 Apr. 2025
Like fellow performer Carrie Underwood, Cyrus was met with technical difficulties, and viewers expressed concern over his hoarse voice and at times awkward on-stage behavior.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Biden appeared unsteady, his responses erratic, his voice a hoarse whisper.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoarse
Adjective
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Eric Bauman, a gruff and tireless political operative who led two of California’s most powerful Democratic organizations before resigning amid misconduct allegations, died Monday.—
Laura J. Nelson,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2025
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Cross-examination from the defense’s gruff Xavier Donaldson will continue first thing Tuesday when the trial picks up again.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Pictures of husky puppy Kiss who is now in the care of Austin Pets Alive!—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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Fred Clemens, the lodge owner, told us that a few big bass had been caught in Grassy Bay, also some husky channel cats running to 12 pounds.—
Don Shiner,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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For more stubborn stains, use a coarse sponge or toothbrush to penetrate the fabric deeper.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Basil salt Finely grind a few dehydrated basil leaves and combine with your favorite coarse salt.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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The pink or rusty red flower spikes are also quite pretty, especially set off against contrasting foliage.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 June 2025
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When to Replace Hinges Old door hinges that are worn, rusty, bent, or otherwise damaged won’t support the weight and constant opening and closing of a door.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2025
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“Hoarse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoarse. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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