Sound in a clearing? Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Saturday, January 13, 2024 · 52-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, January 13, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 13, 2024 · 52-Down · 4 letters
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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.
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