lisp
Example Sentences
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“Tho thsorry,” I sighed with a slight lisp from my new Invisaligns.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025
I spent time with him, I didn't hear a lisp.
From Salon • Aug. 21, 2024
They were specifically made to preserve his natural lisp and so important he carried two sets with him at all times.
From BBC • Feb. 6, 2024
Moore employs a subtle, impeccable lisp in Gracie’s voice; Portman studiously echoes it.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2023
You wouldn’t think there is anything life threatening about speech impediments, but let me tell you, there is nothing more dangerous than being a lad with a stutter and a lisp.
From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
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