quaver

Example Sentences

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The tart, bluesy quaver in Andra Day’s voice has a long heritage.

From New York Times • May 10, 2024

There was a quaver in his voice, which defined the depth of his emotion.

From Scientific American • Dec. 23, 2021

Tears sprang to my eyes again, lending a quaver to my voice.

From Slate • Aug. 24, 2019

“For more than 12 years I entrusted Stew with my words and my goals and my reputation and he’s never let me down,” McConnell said as his voice began to quaver.

From Fox News • Mar. 14, 2019

“I am sorry, Reynie,” said Mr. Benedict with a quaver in his voice.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart