raspy
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Biden had a raspy voice, which his team said was because he was ill, and a moment where he seemed to lose his train of thought.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Lyrics are delivered in raspy, gravelly voices that sound as authentic as the real thing.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
“We still have hope and we still believe,” she tells the camera in a raw, raspy voice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026
Dressing in traditionally masculine clothing, paired with a deep, raspy delivery, helps her lyrics resonate with locals without the extra hurdle of hyper-sexualized expectations.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025
As Pookie approached, a raspy growl sounded in her throat.
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
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