gravel-voiced
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Michael Madsen, the gravel-voiced actor best known for his roles in Quentin Tarantino films like “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill,” has died.
From Salon • Jul. 3, 2025
This year's inductees were revealed live on American Idol, with the UK represented by hard rock band Bad Company and gravel-voiced eccentric Joe Cocker, 11 years after his death from lung cancer.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2025
But when the Los Angeles Times visited his Cyprus operation in mid-February, he brimmed with his trademark gravel-voiced enthusiasm.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2024
On Monday, the gravel-voiced 69-year-old scion of the storied Kennedy family is expected to add another line to his political resume: independent presidential candidate.
From Washington Times • Oct. 6, 2023
Instead, it’s a gravel-voiced white guy with an electric guitar.
From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon
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