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whisper

[hwis-per, wis-per] / ˈʰwɪs pər, ˈwɪs pər /




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The nature of the disorder means I still hear my old voice, but it’s constantly dropping to a whisper against my will.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

A pinch of celery seed for that classic deli whisper.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Speaking in a strained whisper, the effect of a rare illness of the vocal cords, Page suggested that Hassabis’s company-building endeavors might be similarly pointless.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

So she had her rehearsal in a whisper so that these guys didn’t have to hear speeches being made.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

“I couldn’t do it. I’d never be that strong or that courageous,” I whisper.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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