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hoarse

[hawrs, hohrs] / hɔrs, hoʊrs /


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Several supporters in Dakar, their voices still hoarse and weary, told AFP they were disappointed by such threats.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

Palme d’Or winners and catwalk icons gather in the private boxes while shirtless ultras sing themselves hoarse behind the goals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

A Labour source said: "I've heard of a stalking horse, but this guy is going to get hoarse from his endless stalking."

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

His voice is hoarse, and Day is worried he’s sick.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2025

“I saw Sandy Sanders yesterday,” I say, my throat scratchy and my voice hoarse.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender




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