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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

“That’s right, your shoulder’s coming down,” she said in her calming whisper.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 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

Pike perch tartare from Lake Oulujärvi rests on malt bread with capers and dill oil and a whisper of pine tar.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

When Jade and Hoku see us coming their way, they whisper something to each other.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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