full-throated
Americanadjective
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using the full power of one’s voice.
His full-throated yodeling stole the show.
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(of a sound) formed by the full power of one’s voice.
The play begins with a full-throated scream from backstage.
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demonstrated or expressed with enthusiastic conviction.
The local nurses association has given our candidate its full-throated endorsement.
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Etymology
Origin of full-throated
First recorded in 1820–25; full 1 ( def. ) + throated ( def. )
Example Sentences
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It is certainly encouraging that Roberts and Barrett offered a full-throated vindication of this foundational guarantee.
From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2026
He’s enjoyed a good reputation as Manchester’s mayor, and many here remember his full-throated attacks on Boris Johnson during the pandemic.
From Slate ● Jun. 23, 2026
De la Espriella is an American citizen who contributed money to Trump’s 2024 campaign, and he got a full-throated endorsement from the U.S. president.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
Two months later, in a full-throated decision written by Chief Justice John Roberts, it struck down Trump’s global tariffs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
He bit one, swallowed it right away without even seeming to chew it, and let out a full-throated belch.
From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman
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