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1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 34% | 4 | When repeated, a subtle (or sometimes not-so-subtle) comment | |
3 | 27% | 8 | Subtle warning signals | |
Subtle Warning Sound Crossword Clue
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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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New York Times27 Feb 2010 | Down 10 | |
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