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Discreet Cough Crossword Clue
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AHEM which was last seen in the Telegraph Cross Atlantic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
AHEM
Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "AHEM" which means:
- noun
- • The utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc. interjection
- • The sound of a quiet cough or of clearing one's throat
- • An exclamation or cough to get attention
- • An exclamation of disapproval or annoyance
- • An exclamation to indicate sarcasm
An example sentence would be:
- • "Could you please, ahem, stop talking during the movie?"
- • "Would you mind, ahem, turning down the volume a bit?"
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| Telegraph Cross Atlantic06 Oct 2023 | Across 50 | |
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