Example Sentences
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“So good,” Chip murmurs, his eyes rolling back.
From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026
With time on his hands, and having already heard murmurs about a gifted boy from Bihar, Naidu headed to another match being played simultaneously.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
“What is he?” murmurs one grey shadow of my forefathers to the other.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026
As he read the numbers, murmurs arose in the crowded hall.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025
“Ah, yes, to acclimate to everyday sounds,” Mr. Skerritt murmurs.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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