croak

Example Sentences

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When he finally spoke, his voice croaked with misery.

From Literature

“Rowdy,” I said, in a croaking voice, “don’t jump on that monkey. I don’t think he means to harm us. I think he’s bluffing, or at least I hope he is.”

From Literature

"If you are the only one afraid, skinny rabbit, you are the only one with sense," she croaked.

From Literature

Ravens circle overhead, croaking at my presence in defiance.

From Los Angeles Times

Finding the beauty in that hellish croak — something that Josh Groban was able to do in the last Broadway revival — can prove exceptionally difficult.

From Los Angeles Times