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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amplify -
To increase the strength, effect, or intensity of something.
Social media can amplify both positive and negative messages.
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crackle -
Make a rapid succession of slight cracking noises
During the cold winter nights, Bill and Joan loved to read together by the fireplace, enjoying its warmth as the small fire crackled.
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squeak -
A short, high-pitched sound or cry
When he was a kid, Franco loved playing with his rubber ducks that let out a squeak when he squeezed them.
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hiss -
A sharp sound, like the one made by a snake or steam escaping.
The snake let out a loud hiss as we approached it.
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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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clatter -
A continuous rattling sound as of hard objects falling or striking each other
The clatter of falling dishes echoed across the room.
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ruckus -
A disturbance or commotion
When the fire alarm went off, the rushing crowd caused a ruckus on their way out.
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whine -
A long, high-pitched complaining cry
Kay's dog let out a high-pitched whine when he wanted her to pay attention to him.
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honk -
To make a loud, harsh sound emitting from a vehicle or animal.
He honked his horn impatiently at the car in front of it that was driving very slowly.
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vociferous -
To speak your opinions and complaints loudly and repeatedly
At the annual stock holder's meeting, Arnold was vociferous in his complaints about how the company was being run.
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crackle -
A sound made up of a rapid succession of slight cracking sounds
The crackle of the fire was the only thing Vic could hear as he camped in the mountains.
