rattle -
To disturb or unsettle someone, especially by causing anxiety or fear; or to make a series of short, sharp sounds.
The sudden loud noise rattled her, and for a long time she just couldn't calm down.
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whisper -
To speak very softly, using breath rather than the vocal cords, especially for secrecy or privacy; also a quiet or secret suggestion or rumor.
The employees whispered to each other that the company might be closing
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howl -
A cry of pain, anger, amusement, etc.
The wolf's howl echoed across the snowy field.
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croon -
To hum or sing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner
In her younger days, Wilma would be spellbound when she heard Frank Sinatra crooning to her over the radio.
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squeak -
Make a high-pitched sound or cry
The mouse squeaked in a high pitch to its fellow mice when it found a food source nearby.
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thump -
A heavy dull blow with a person's fist or a blunt implement
The loud thump from when a gorilla beats his chest is a sign of danger to anyone near him.
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thud -
A dull, heavy sound, such as that made by an object falling to the ground
Jake tripped on the stairs and hit the ground with a resounding thud.
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drawl -
A slow, lazy way of speaking or an accent with unusually prolonged vowel sounds
Aside from his talent and good looks, Matthew McConaughey is known for his southern drawl when he speaks.
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murmur -
To say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice
Katy murmured to her best friend Ella so that others couldn't hear her.
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longwinded -
Someone who takes way too long to tell a story or give a speech
Most of the audience tell asleep when the speaker gave a longwinded two hour speech.
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clatter -
Make or cause to make a continuous rattling sound
The chains clattered against each other in the strong wind.
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clamor -
A loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting or protesting.
During the demontration, the protesters created a clamor demanding justice.
