drawl
Example Sentences
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Acquaintances describe Martin’s demeanor as extraordinarily genial; he smiled constantly and offered his diagnoses in a straightforward, unflappable drawl.
The couple had recently moved from the remote ranching town of Stinnett in the Texas panhandle, and the recruiter seemed to appreciate their Southern drawl.
From Los Angeles Times
He's so laid-back it's almost comical, speaking in a perpetually sleepy drawl, like the Big Lebowski of music.
From BBC
His dark complexion, rustic drawl and streetwise swagger became integral to his cinematic identity.
From BBC
The Prestwich branch on Bury New Road has changed its name to "Aldeh" to reflect Manchester's distinctive drawl and the Mancunian pronunciation of its name, the firm said.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.