Murmur
Definition
(verb) To speak or say something quietly and softly, often in a low or indistinct voice
Examples
“The audience began to murmur after the announcement that the concert would be postponed again.”
“"Murmur," he said, "and don't wake the baby."”
“At the kitchen table, my dad murmured that the cable bill was late again.”
“She murmured a quick thank-you and slipped out the back door.”
“I could only murmur through the mask when the dentist asked if I was in pain.”
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