plosive

Example Sentences

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But it was the plosive consonants of her own language that best gave shape to her anger.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2022

The plosive sounds - usually made with the letters P, T, K, B, D and G - had to be substituted with other consonants that didn’t require moving her lips.

From Washington Times • Jun. 12, 2016

As such, the plosive, alliterative name of Kunta Kinte still resonates through popular culture.

From The Guardian • May 24, 2016

“Pentium” began with a plosive that signified energy, power and dynamism.

From New York Times • Jan. 15, 2015

For an instant, a wave of rage filled Richard, a plosive pure fury at his wife for not being here where she was needed.

From The New Yorker • Nov. 26, 2012