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murmurs

  • plural
    of murmur.
    murmur
    noun
    a low, continuous sound, as of a brook, the wind, or trees, or of low, indistinct voices.
  • present tense form
    of murmur (3rd person singular).
    murmur
    noun
    a low, continuous sound, as of a brook, the wind, or trees, or of low, indistinct voices.

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“So good,” Chip murmurs, his eyes rolling back.

From Salon ● Jun. 30, 2026

“This is an opportunity to unplug from our daily lives,” she tells the assembled group, amid nods and murmurs of agreement.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 4, 2026

Albeit there were some murmurs of discontent at the choice of pre-match music.

From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2026

Concerns about the relative impact of boxers and briefs on fertility, for instance, have given way to today’s murmurs about plastic, testosterone and population rates.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026

As those unable to see clamored with questions, agitated shouts and murmurs of wonder resounded.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin