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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

Muncy said, his hoarse voice beginning to crack.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2025

BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew on TMS: "We're all a bit hoarse after that. It was absolutely gripping. Even World Cup finals don't quite generate that kind of madness."

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2025

“What is that way?” asked Van Helsing in a hoarse voice.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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