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Vocabulary Entry
murmur
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A soft, indistinct sound or a continuous, low sound.
Example Sentences
"The murmur of the stream was calming."
"She could hear the murmur of voices in the other room."
"A gentle murmur of approval spread through the audience."
V
verb
To speak softly or in a low tone.
Example Sentences
"He murmured a sweet nothings in her ear."
"The teacher murmured a warning to the distracted students."
"She murmured her agreement, not wanting to raise her voice."