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   whisper

   /ˈwɪspə/

   verb

   • 1. speak very softly using one's breath rather than one's throat, especially for the sake of secrecy: "Alison was whispering in his ear" Similar murmurmuttermumblespeak/say softlyspeak/say in muted tonesspeak/say in hushed tonesspeak/say sotto vocebreathepurrsay under one's breathOpposite shout
   • ▪ be rumoured: "it was whispered that he would soon die"
   • ▪ (of leaves, wind, or water) rustle or murmur softly.

   noun

   • 1. a soft or confidential tone of voice; a whispered word or phrase: "she spoke in a whisper" Similar murmurmuttermumblelow voicehushed toneundertoneOpposite shout
   • ▪ a rumour or piece of gossip: "whispers of a blossoming romance" Similar rumourstoryreportspeculationinsinuationsuggestionhintgossiphearsaywordscandaltittle-tattleidle talkon ditbavardageKaffeeklatschlabrishshu-shuinformal:buzzgossscuttlebuttteafurphyskinderrare:bruit
   • ▪ a soft rustling or murmuring sound: "the thunder of the surf became a muted whisper" Similar rustlemurmursighmoansoughwhooshwhirswishrare:susurrationbabbleburblepurllapliterary:plashOpposite howlroarroarthunder
   • ▪ a slight trace; a hint: "he didn't show even a whisper of interest" Similar tracescraptouchtingehintsuggestionsuspicionsoupçonwhiffinklingscintillawhitsparkglimmerflickeratomspeckbitouncedropdashjotiotashredcrumbmorselfragmentvestigegrainspotmitemodicuminformal:smidgensmidgetadstimarchaic:scantlingscruple

   Word Origin Old Englishhwisprian, of Germanic origin; related to German wispeln, from the imitative base of whistle.

   Derivatives

   • 1. whispery adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › whisperWhisper Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   4 days ago · The meaning of WHISPER is to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard. How to use whisper in a sentence.

3. tryhardguides.com › attention-seekers-whisper-crossword-clueAttention-seeker’s whisper? Crossword Clue - Try Hard Guides

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   3 days ago · WHISPER (noun) speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords. a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind. WHISPER (verb) speak softly; in a low voice. ATTENTION (noun) the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others.

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   2 days ago · From Table 1, Whisper’s average topic-following rates (TFRs) are markedly unsatisfactory on the testing corpora, typically below 30%. This indicates that in general, Whisper does not perform better when prompted by matched information. The PERFs and BPERFs of Whisper on the evaluation corpora are analyzed.

5. timesofindia.indiatimes.com › life-style › parentingGentle whispers to ensure kids feel safe and loved

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   4 days ago · In a world where children often face uncertainties, gentle whispers can be a powerful tool to ensure they feel safe, secure, and deeply loved. Here are eight ways to use gentle whispers ...

6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RomanticismRomanticism - Wikipedia

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   6 days ago · Purpose. Romanticism was characterized by its emphasis on emotion and individualism as well as the glorification of the past and nature, preferring the medieval over the classical.

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SchizophreniaSchizophrenia - Wikipedia

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   2 days ago · Schizophrenia is a mental disorder [17] characterized by reoccurring episodes of psychosis that are correlated with a general misperception of reality. [7] Other common signs include hallucinations (typically hearing voices ), delusions (i.e., paranoia ), disorganized thinking and behavior, [10] and flat or inappropriate affect. [7]

8. harrisonssauces.com › blogs › news-1Unlock the Secrets of World Flavours with Culinary Sauces

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   4 days ago · 07 Jul, 2024. Embark on a globetrotting journey through the alluring world of culinary sauces, the hidden heroes behind the distinct flavours that define cultures far and wide. Whether it’s the fiery kick of a Mexican Salsa or the umami-rich depth of a Japanese Teriyaki, sauces are the silent whispers of history, tradition, and innovation on ...