drawling
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Platt played up the comedy of the quintessential Jewish outsider in a land of Confederate memorials and drawling manners.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2025
No matter what role he took on in a career that lasted more than five decades, Gambon was always instantly recognizable by the deep and drawling tones of his voice.
From Washington Times • Sep. 28, 2023
When Neil Armstrong announced, “Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed,” it was the drawling, quick-to-smile Duke who answered for Mission Control: “Roger, Tranquility. We copy you on the ground.”
From Washington Post • Apr. 21, 2022
It also comes from the place where they both grew up – the American south, a lineage evident in both the drawling cadence of their vocals and the defiant core of their character.
From The Guardian • Nov. 17, 2020
“This is absolutely fascinating, Mr. Ai,” said the host, Commensal Yegey, a delicate, dapper, drawling fellow with keen eyes.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
