Definitions

vocal cords

NOUN

vocal organs

Synonyms

WEAK

Adam's apple esophagus larynx pharynx throat vocal bands vocal folds vocal processes voice voice box

Example Sentences

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Whenever I tried to pronounce certain words, my vocal cords spasmed apart.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

During the process, the insertion of a breathing tube damaged his vocal cords, leaving him questioning whether he would ever be able to sing again, he told The Times in 2021.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

However, the condition worsened, "sometimes causing difficulties when I walk and not allowing me to use my vocal cords to sing the way I'm used to," she told NBC News.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Voice loss often becomes permanent when scar tissue forms on the vocal cords.

From Science Daily • Jan. 2, 2026

I said, “Maybe your vocal cords actually are broken. You should go to a specialist.”

From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer