breathy
Americanadjective
adjective
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(of the speaking voice) accompanied by an audible emission of breath
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(of the singing voice) lacking resonance
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But the first time I transcribed an interview I’d conducted with my breathy, inconsistent voice, I felt like one giant cringe.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
Perhaps it’s that Manfred is so swaggeringly confident, Galitzine’s embodiment of fluid sensuality standing in stark contrast to Monroe’s stiff, anxious, breathy performance as Cherry.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2025
“You’re a rock star,” Harvey shoots back in a breathy whisper, sprouting a wide grin.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025
Despite her small, breathy voice and heavily accented French, Birkin became a major interpreter of Gainsbourg’s songs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025
“I do believe opals have the magic power,” came the pretty lady’s breathy reply.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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