Sounds of interruption Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, June 15, 2021 · 50-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, June 15, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 15, 2021 · 50-Down · 5 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.
noun
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