rattle
verb (used without object)
to give out or cause a rapid succession of short, sharp sounds, as in consequence of agitation and repeated concussions.
rattles
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pluralof rattle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It rattles against the hard edges of your brain until it gets polished and smooth.
From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026
A whistle sounds in the distance, and the ground rattles as the train comes into view, plumes of steam billowing out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
Harvey has so many bangles that she rattles as she walks.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
His alarm clock, a big and bulky machine that’s Bluetooth-connected to the house’s fire alarm, rattles his room until he finally shuts it off.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
He yanks hard on the door, and the glass rattles.
From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
