throat
noun
the passage from the mouth to the stomach or to the lungs, including the pharynx, esophagus, larynx, and trachea.
throats
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pluralof throat.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Thousands of people across South East Asia are now feeling the effects of those emissions in their eyes, chests and throats.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
Since the fire, residents have reported experiencing scratchy throats, headaches and nausea because of the ongoing smell.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
It had the power to soothe the roughest of sore throats and quiet the phlegmiest of coughs.
From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026
They’re already at each other’s throats with HOA-style grievances.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
I kept catching more sore throats, and anytime Dad noticed I was a bit croaky, he’d say, “Well, what do you expect? I ain’t seen you getting treatment all week!”
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
