pitter-patter

Example Sentences

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In their hotel room, the gentle pitter-patter of monsoon rains on the roof set the stage for a week of romance — away from the heat and grime of the city.

From New York Times • Jul. 26, 2023

While there, “We heard the pitter-patter across the ceiling. I said, ‘I think that’s a rat,’ ” says Klawitter.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 13, 2023

Zookeeper Rosie Owen said: "It's so lovely to once again hear the pitter-patter of tiny, spotty and stripy Malayan tapir feet."

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2022

The predictability of this place calms me: the salty air, the sounds of rushing waves, the pitter-patter of the runners, seagulls chirping and the wind dancing on the sand.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2022

I like it when it rains because the soft pitter-patter on the tin roof is soothing, but it never lasts more than a few minutes.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez