hoarsely
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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Shaddock initially just hoarsely repeats, “Thank you, thank you.”
From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2023
"I'm sorry, excuse my voice, I'm battling cancer," he said hoarsely.
From Salon • Jul. 13, 2023
To ensure that our European Championship win could leave a legacy past last summer's blurry few days of celebration and hoarsely singing 'It's Coming Home' in Trafalgar Square.
From BBC • Mar. 8, 2023
Tiffany, whose real name is Tiffany Darwish, was heard singing hoarsely and even skipped some lyrics at some points.
From Fox News • Nov. 23, 2021
“What’s this? Is this it?” he said hoarsely.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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