raspy
Example Sentences
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Ms. Lindsey finds a compelling interpretive middle ground between raspy, Lotte Lenya-esque cabaret stylings and the smoothed-out renditions typical of opera singers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
Dressing in traditionally masculine clothing, paired with a deep, raspy delivery, helps her lyrics resonate with locals without the extra hurdle of hyper-sexualized expectations.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025
If the fund industry’s equivalent to a leading man is a growth fund comprised of stocks with large market capitalizations, an active ETF would be a character actor with a raspy voice.
From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025
Later that evening an unknown number flashed up on my mobile phone and I heard that same raspy voice.
From BBC • May 21, 2025
His voice was surprisingly deep and raspy for a little kid.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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