ahem
Example Sentences
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And those members of the administration’s extended circle who are, ahem, free to trade.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026
The picture of Russia emerging triumphant and legitimized from such a deal is, ahem, at variance with reality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 25, 2025
Water services are different, because the 'switch for a better deal' advice simply doesn't, ahem, hold water.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2025
From this final season, the ninth episode is a standout, where Guillermo’s cousin Miguel, played by Frankie Quiñones, arrives to help him battle other vampires, including barista vampires — ahem, I mean artists and writers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2024
“Would you, ahem, would you please wait until seven p.m., to allow me to apprise my corporate headquarters of recent developments?”
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
