hissed
Example Sentences
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The source of the stench was the canal itself, a stretch of sewage, chemicals and other unmentionables in “green water that hissed and bubbled like a witch’s cauldron.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
"You're not fit to wear the shirt," West Ham supporters hissed at their side following the visitors' 3-1 defeat against Newcastle United.
From BBC ● May 17, 2026
The fat hissed in greeting, and within seconds the kitchen was filled with oregano’s scent.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2025
At the Hollywood Bowl, we hissed at the Baroness, booed at the Nazis and shot off confetti poppers when Maria got her first kiss.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2024
She hissed and he jumped, quickly moving on to the next table.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
