voice1 nounvoice2 verb
voicevoice1 /vɔɪs/ ●●● S2 W1 noun 
WORD ORIGINvoice1
Origin:
1200-1300 Old French vois, from Latin voxEXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- ''Sorry I'm late'', she said, in a low voice.
- "Wired" magazine quickly became the voice of the computer-generation.
- He has a beautiful tenor voice.
- I could hear Dan's angry voice shouting ''stupid idiot''.
- I thought I heard voices outside.
- She has a very high, squeaky voice.
- She was startled to hear voices coming from upstairs.
- The piece was written for six voices and piano.
- There was a note of irritation in her voice.
- Blanche's voice suddenly became quiet and insinuating, without a trace of hostility.
- However, those same three astronauts, when coming down, gave voice to a couple of suggestions.
- Obviously I couldn't mime to a voice of seventeen years ago, no way on earth!
- The solo quartet was not always well balanced, but individually the two female voices were particularly striking.
- This is the voice of winter talking: Go for the Outback.
Longman Language Activatorthe sounds someone makes when they speak
· She has a very high, squeaky voice.· I could hear Dan's angry voice shouting ''stupid idiot''.· There was a note of irritation in her voice.· She was startled to hear voices coming from upstairs.in a loud/high/deep etc voice · ''Sorry I'm late'', she said, in a low voice.
the way someone speaks, especially when this shows the way they feel: · He kept his tone formal.tone of: · I often detect a tone of regret in her voice.in an friendly/angry/embarrassed etc tone: · ''This is Julia'', Jo said, in a friendly tone.· She was speaking in a rather irritated tone.in hushed tones (=quietly): · Mary ushered her into the church, speaking in hushed tones.tone of voice: · She was almost hypnotised by his mellow tone of voice.
a rough voice not sounding soft or gentle, especially because the person speaking is angry or rude: · "What are you doing in here?'' shouted the farmer in a rough voice.rough with: · Fran was shaking her urgently, his voice rough with concern.
deep and rough, as if the sounds are produced deep down in your throat: · Julie had a throaty voice that made her sound older than she was.· She always spoke with a throaty German accent.
slightly rough, as though you have a sore throat, but also attractive and deep: · Stephen put his arms around her and his voice became a soft, husky whisper.· Caron Wheeler's rich, husky vocal is perfect for the song's mellow soulfulness.
deep and rough, especially when the speaker is feeling annoyed or being rude and does not want to talk much: · "If this happens again,'' said Dad, in a gruff voice, "I shall be extremely angry!''· He was an irritable old man, who seldom spoke except to say a gruff hello.
rough and not very clear, especially because your throat is sore as a result of illness or too much shouting, singing etc: · You sound very hoarse. Do you have a cold?· His voice dropped to a hoarse whisper.shout yourself hoarse British (=shout so much that you become hoarse): · He had shouted himself hoarse in his frenzied efforts to attract attention.
a high voice · I recognized Juliet's high, excited voice on the phone immediately.
high and often unpleasant or annoying to listen to: · Her voice was clear but rather high-pitched.· The commentary was punctuated by high-pitched giggles.
very high and loud, and unpleasant or painful to listen to: · Her voice was nasal and piercing.· He raised his hands and let out a piercing shriek.· There came a piercing cry from the back of the cinema.
very high and loud and unpleasant to listen to: · As Sophie became angry her voice got shriller.· Sylvie burst out in a shrill laugh before leaving the room.
a squeaky voice keeps changing between being too high and being normal, especially because there is something wrong with your throat: · He's had a throat infection for over a week and his voice has gone squeaky.· a band with a squeaky vocal style
a low voice · Martin's voice was low, with a note of sadness in it.· Gripping his stomach, he let out a low moan.
if a man's voice is deep , it is very low, especially in an attractive way. If a woman's voice is deep , it is very low, like a man's voice: · He has a deep, reassuring voice,· I tried to make my voice sound deeper when I answered the phone.
a rich voice is low, strong, and pleasant to listen to: · The lead actor's rich voice claimed the attention of the audience.· He sang in a deep, rich baritone.
a resonant voice is deep, loud, and clear: · Billy's voice had a deep, resonant tone that was a pleasure to hear.· "Listen," Toranaga interrupted in his resonant, commanding voice.
extremely loud a noise that is deafening is so loud that you cannot hear anything else: · Outside there was a deafening crash of thunder.· When she finished speaking, the applause was deafening.
if you play music or have the radio or television on at full volume or at full blast , it is as loud as it can be: · Joey was in his bedroom playing his CDs at full volume.· The radio was on at full blast, and everyone was dancing wildly.
British /at the top of your lungs American shouting as loudly as you can: · George ran after her, shouting, "Stop!" at the top of his lungs.
extremely loud: · thunderous applause: · The announcement was greeted with thunderous applause.
very high and loud, in a way that is painful or unpleasant to listen to: · Sammy put his fingers in his mouth and gave a piercing whistle.piercing shriek/scream/cry etc: · Maggie let out a piercing scream.
extremely loud, unpleasant, and almost painful to hear: · There was an ear-splitting roar as the jets took off.· The noise was ear-splitting as grenades landed all around us.
to become quieter · That buzzing noise seems to be getting quieter now.grow quieter (=get quieter gradually) · As we walked into the woods the noise of the traffic grew quieter.
especially British to stop speaking or making any noise at all, for example because you are shocked or embarrassed: · Lawrence went very quiet after Jo told him how she felt.
if shouting, music, laughter etc dies down , it gradually becomes quieter after being very loud: · Forrester waited for the laughter to die down, then carried on with his speech.· The music was dying down. The show was over.die down to: · Jessie's wails died down to a whimper and then stopped altogether.
if a sound fades away , it gradually becomes quieter until you cannot hear it any more: · The sound of a police siren was slowly fading away into the distance.· She listened to Zach's footsteps fade away, as he walked down the staircase.
to suddenly stop talking and become quiet - used in literature and stories: · Dixon fell silent again, deep in thought.· "I had hoped ....," he began, and then fell silent again.· The bar-room door crashed open and the voices at the tables fell silent.
to speak more quietly because you do not want other people to hear what you are saying: · Kath lowered her voice as she spoke.
to say something very loudly to say something very loudly, because you want to make sure that someone hears you, or because you are angry or excited: · "Get out!" she shouted angrily.· There was so much noise from the engine that we had to shout to hear each other.· The protesters marched through the streets, shouting slogans.shout at: · I wish you'd stop shouting at the childrenshout something out/shout out something: · Linda leant out of the widow and shouted out my name.
to shout very loudly, for example because you are very angry or excited, or because you want to get someone's attention. Yell is more informal than shout: · "Don't touch me," she yelled.· The music blaring in the bar was forcing us both to yell to be heard.yell at: · The children were yelling at each other across the street.yell out something/yell something out: · He opened the door and yelled out "Anybody home?''
to shout in a very loud high voice, because you are so angry, afraid, excited etc that you cannot control your voice: · The man pulled a gun, and two of the women near me started screaming.· "Help me!" she screamed.scream at: · Maria felt like screaming at her husband.scream with pain/delight/terror etc: · As a child, I used to wake up screaming with terror in the middle of the night.
to speak more loudly than usual because you are angry about something: · I never heard my father raise his voice in his life.raise your voice at/to: · Don't you raise your voice at me!raised voices (=the sound of people talking loudly because they are angry): · We heard raised voices coming from the next room, and then a cry.
also call to shout loudly because you want to get someone's attention, to let someone know where you are etc: · "Is there anybody there?'' he called out, but there was no reply.· She called out his name but he didn't look back.· Just call me if you need anything. I'm right here.call out for: · I thought I heard someone calling for help.call out to: · The prisoners used to call out to each other from their cells.
to make a sudden loud noise, for example when you are suddenly hurt or afraid: · "Careful!" she cried out. "There's a snake!"cry out in fear/pain/surprise etc: · Chris fell, crying out in pain.
written to shout something loudly, especially because you are feeling strong emotions such as pain or excitement: · "I can't move," Lesley cried. "I think I've broken my leg." · "Come and see what I've found!" Kurt cried.
to shout as a way of showing happiness, approval, or support of someone or something: · At the end, the whole audience stood up clapping and cheering.cheer for: · I saw the way the crowd cheered for him, and I thought, "I want to be like that!"cheer somebody British: · The speaker was cheered loudly when he called for a total ban on nuclear weapons.cheer somebody on (=encourage someone to do something by cheering them as they do it): · All the mums and dads come to cheer their kids on.
to shout in a very loud voice because you are extremely angry or want to frighten someone: · Suddenly the teacher roared my name across the classroom.· "You idiot!" he roared.roar at: · "Get down and don't move,'' the man roared at her.
to shout very loudly and rudely in order to make sure that people hear what you are saying: · "Stop that thief!" he bawled at the top of his voice.· One of the prison guards was bawling orders across the yard.bawl at: · That couple next door are always shouting and bawling at each other.
to shout in a very loud deep voice, especially when you want a lot of people to hear you: · "Be quiet!" the teacher bellowed.· The officer in charge was bellowing instructions through a loudspeaker.bellow at: · Then the referee started to blow his whistle and bellow at me.
not able to speak to be unable to speak because you are too ill, weak, frightened etc: · I was so terrified, I couldn't speak.· A lump welled up in his throat and he could not speak.
to become unable to speak because of illness, or because you have been using your voice too much: · On the first night of the show, the star of the play lost his voice and couldn't perform.
unable to speak, especially permanently - use this especially in medical contexts: · A stroke left her mute and unable to use her legs.
permanently unable to speak because of a physical condition - many people now consider this word to be offensive: · According to the story, he was struck dumb (=made dumb) by the gods.· She was born deaf and dumb.
to be unable to say anything because you are very surprised, upset etc: · Rimes, who is rarely at a loss for words, was overcome with emotion as she received her award.
WORD SETSa cappella, adjectiveaccelerando, adjectiveaccompaniment, nounaccompanist, nounaccompany, verbaccordion, nounacid house, nounacoustic, adjectiveadagio, nounallegro, nounandante, adjectiveandante, nounanthem, nounaria, nounarpeggio, nounarr., arrange, verbarrangement, nounatonal, adjectiveback, verbbacking, nounbagpipes, nounbalalaika, nounballad, nounband, nounbandmaster, nounbandsman, nounbandstand, nounbanjo, nounbar, nounbarbershop, nounbaritone, nounbarrel organ, nounbass, nounbass, adjectivebass clef, nounbass guitar, nounbassist, nounbassoon, nounbaton, nounbeat, verbbeat, nounbebop, nounblast, verbblow, verbbluegrass, nounbolero, nounbongos, nounboogie, nounbootleg, nounbow, nounbow, verbbrass band, nounbreve, nounbridge, nounbugle, nounbusk, verbC, nouncabaret, nouncadence, nouncadenza, nouncalypso, nounC & W, canon, nouncantata, nouncanticle, nouncantor, nouncarillon, nouncarol, nouncarol, verbcastanets, nouncatchy, adjectivecellist, nouncello, nounchamber music, nounchamber orchestra, nounchant, verbchant, nounchoir, nounchoirboy, nounchoral, adjectivechorale, nounchord, nounchorister, nounchorus, nounChristmas carol, nounchromatic, adjectiveclapper, nounclarinet, nounclavichord, nounclef, nouncoda, nouncoloratura, nouncombo, nouncompose, verbcomposer, nounconcert, nounconcertgoer, nounconcertina, nounconcertmaster, nounconcerto, nounconduct, verbconductor, nounconsonant, adjectiveconsort, nouncontinuo, nouncontrabass, nouncontralto, nouncor anglais, nouncornet, nouncounterpoint, nouncountertenor, nouncountry and western, nouncountry music, nouncover, verbcover, nouncrescendo, nouncroon, verbcrotchet, nouncut, verbcymbal, nounD, noundamper, noundance, noundance band, noundemo, noundescant, noundidgeridoo, noundiminuendo, noundirge, noundisc jockey, noundiscord, noundiscordant, adjectivedissonance, nounditty, nounDixieland, noundo, noundoh, noundominant, noundouble bass, noundownbeat, noundrum, noundrum, verbdrumbeat, noundrum kit, noundrum major, noundrummer, noundrumming, noundrum-roll, noundrumstick, noundub, nounduet, noundulcimer, nounduo, nounear, nouneasy listening, nouneighth note, nounelevator music, nounencore, interjectionensemble, nounexpression, nounf., fa, nounfalsetto, nounfanfare, nounfantasia, nounfiddle, nounfiddler, nounfife, nounfinale, nounfingering, nounflat, adjectiveflat, nounflat, adverbflautist, nounfloor show, nounflourish, nounflute, nounfolk, nounfolk, adjectivefolk music, nounforte, nounforte, adjectivefortissimo, adjectiveforty-five, nounFrench horn, nounfret, nounfugue, nounfunk, nounfunky, adjectiveg, gamelan, noungig, noungig, verbglee club, nounglide, nounglockenspiel, noungong, noungospel, noungrand, noungrand opera, noungrand piano, nounGregorian chant, noungroup, nounguitar, nounhalf note, nounhalf step, nounhammer, nounhard rock, nounharmonic, adjectiveharmonica, nounharmonium, nounharmonize, verbharmony, nounharp, nounharpsichord, nounheavy metal, nounhigh, adjectivehigh-pitched, adjectivehip hop, nounhorn, nounhot, adjectivehouse music, nounhurdy-gurdy, nounhymn, nounimpressionism, nounimpressionist, nounimprovise, verbincidental music, nouninstrument, nouninstrumental, adjectiveinstrumental, nouninstrumentalist, nouninstrumentation, nouninterlude, nouninterval, nounjam, verbjam session, nounjazz, nounjazzy, adjectivejig, nounjingle, nounjungle, nounkaraoke, nounkazoo, nounkettledrum, nounkey, nounkeyboard, nounkey signature, nounla, nounlament, nounlargo, adjectiveleader, nounledger line, nounlegato, adjectiveleitmotif, nounlento, adjectivelibrettist, nounlibretto, nounlilt, nounlullaby, nounlute, nounlyre, nounlyric, adjectivelyrical, adjectivelyricism, nounlyricist, nounmadrigal, nounmaestro, nounmajor, adjectivemale-voice choir, nounmandolin, nounmaracas, nounmarch, nounmarching band, nounmariachi, nounmarimba, nounmasterclass, nounmedley, nounmellifluous, adjectivemelodic, adjectivemelodious, adjectivemelody, nounmetronome, nounmezzo-soprano, nounmi, nounmiddle C, nounminim, nounminor, adjectiveminstrel, nounminuet, nounmodal, adjectivemode, nounmoderato, adjectivemodulate, verbmolto, adverbmood music, nounmotif, nounmouth organ, nounmouthpiece, nounmovement, nounmusic, nounmusical, adjectivemusical, nounmusical instrument, nounmusically, adverbmusician, nounmusicianship, nounmusicology, nounmusic stand, nounmute, verbmute, nounMuzak, nounnational anthem, nounnatural, adjectivenatural, nounNegro spiritual, nounnocturne, nounnote, nounnumber, nounnumber one, nounnursery rhyme, nounoboe, nounoctave, nounoctet, nounoff-key, adjectiveone-man band, nounopera, nounopera house, nounoperetta, nounopus, nounoratorio, nounorchestra, nounorchestral, adjectiveorchestra pit, nounorchestrate, verborgan, nounorgan grinder, nounorganist, nounovertone, nounoverture, nounp., panpipes, nounpart, nounpart-song, nounpause, nounpeal, verbpedal, nounpeg, nounpenny whistle, nounpercussion, nounperfect pitch, nounPhilharmonic, adjectivephrase, nounphrase, verbphrasing, nounpianissimo, adjectivepianist, nounpiano, nounpiano, adjectivepianola, nounpiccolo, nounpick, verbpick, nounpipe, verbpiped music, nounpiper, nounpitch, nounpitch, verbpizzicato, nounplainchant, nounplainsong, nounplay, verbplayer, nounplayer piano, nounplectrum, nounpluck, verbpolyphony, nounpop, nounpop group, nounpop music, nounpop star, nounprelude, nounpresto, adjectivepresto, nounprima donna, nounproduction number, nounpromenade concert, nounpsaltery, nounpunk, nounquarter note, nounquartet, nounquaver, nounquintet, nounR & B, nounrag, nounraga, nounragga, nounragtime, nounrange, nounrap, nounrap, verbrapper, nounrecital, nounrecitative, nounrecord, nounrecorder, nounreed, nounrefrain, nounreggae, nounregister, nounremaster, verbrendering, nounrendition, nounrepeat, nounrequest, nounrequiem, nounresonator, nounrest, nounrhapsody, nounrhythm, nounrhythm and blues, nounrhythm section, nounriff, nounroadie, nounroad manager, nounrock, nounrock and roll, nounrock music, nounrock 'n' roll, nounrondo, nounrostrum, nounround, nounrumba, nounrun, nounsalsa, nounsamba, nounsaxophone, nounsaxophonist, nounscale, nounscat, nounscherzo, nounscore, nounscore, verbsemibreve, nounsemiquaver, nounsemitone, nounseptet, nounserenade, nounserenade, verbset, nounsetting, nounsextet, nounshanty, nounsharp, adverbsharp, nounsheet music, nounsight-read, verbsignature tune, nounsing, verbsinger, nounsinger-songwriter, nounsingle, nounsitar, nounsixteenth note, nounska, nounskiffle, nounslide, nounslur, verbslur, nounsnare drum, nounso, nounsol, nounsol-fa, nounsolo, adjectivesolo, nounsoloist, nounsonata, nounsong, nounsongbook, nounsongster, nounsongwriter, nounsoprano, nounsoprano, adjectivesoul, nounsoundtrack, nounspiritual, nounsqueezebox, nounstaccato, adverbstaff, nounstandard, nounStar-Spangled Banner, the, stave, nounsteel band, nounsteel guitar, nounstep, nounstring, verbstringed instrument, nounstrum, verbstudy, nounsuite, nounswell, nounswing, nounsymphony, nounsyncopated, adjectivesyncopation, nounsynthesis, nounsynthesize, verbsynthesizer, nountabla, nountabor, nountambourine, nountechno, nountempo, nountenor, nountenor, adjectiveTex-Mex, adjectivetheme, nounthrash, nounthrenody, nounthrob, verbti, nountimbrel, nountime, nountime signature, nountimpani, nountoccata, nountom-tom, nountonal, adjectivetonality, nountone, nountone-deaf, adjectivetone poem, nountonic, nountootle, verbtrack, nountranscribe, verbtranspose, verbtreble, nountreble, adjectivetreble clef, nountremolo, nountriangle, nountrill, nountrombone, nountrumpet, nountuba, nountune, nountune, verbtuneful, adjectivetuneless, adjectivetuning fork, nountuning peg, nounukulele, noununaccompanied, adjectiveupright piano, nounvalve, nounvariation, nounverse, nounvibes, nounvibraphone, nounvibrato, nounviola, nounviolin, nounviolinist, nounvirginals, nounvirtuoso, nounvivace, adjectivevocal, adjectivevocal, nounvocalist, nounvoice, nounvoluntary, nounwaltz, nounwarble, verbwarbler, nounwhole note, nounwind instrument, nounwoodwind, nounxylophone, nounyodel, verbyodel, nounzither, nounzydeco, noun
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRYadjectives
‘I’m Robyn,’ she said with a cheerful smile. It does me good to see a cheerful face. He began to read in a calm confident voice. deadpan humour The union has voiced its disquiet about the way the protest was handled. These voices of dissent grew louder. There are some dissenting voices (=people who do not agree) among the undergraduates. Laurie’s voice faltered as she tried to thank him. ‘Where does it hurt?’ she asked in a gentle voice. His voice was harsh and menacing. She shot him an incredulous look. Keep your voice down – she’ll hear you! He was by no means a lone voice criticizing the government. Mr Eyer may lose the sight in one eye. The tour was postponed when the lead singer lost his voice. Julian lost his balance and fell. Helen lowered her voice (=made it quieter) as they approached. His voice lowered (=became quieter). Use a matter-of-fact tone when disciplining your children. Her voice was muffled by the pillow in which she had hidden her face. the plaintive cry of the seagull ‘But why can’t I go?’ he said in a querulous voice. his powerful, soulful voice ‘Wait!’ I shouted in my sternest voice. They were talking in low voices, and I couldn’t catch what they were saying. Her voice was unsteady. Her voice wavered uncertainly. He could hear Pete yelling at the top of his voice (=very loudly).COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE
· Her voice was loud and clear.
(=not loud)· When he spoke, his voice was soft and gentle.
(=near the bottom of the range of sounds)· She heard the deep voice of her father downstairs.
(=near the top of the range of sounds)· They used to repeat her words in silly high voices.
· Natalia’s clear voice rang out.
(=quiet and not strong or confident)· She answered in a small voice, ‘I think I was afraid.’
(=a voice that shakes because someone is very nervous or frightened)· He stood up and began to speak in a trembling voice.
(=very high and not strong)· The mouse talks in a little squeaky voice.
(=low and slightly rough but in an attractive way)· She spoke in a husky voice, as though her throat was sore.
(=very deep and slightly rough)· He sang to her in his famous gravelly voice.
(=a voice that goes high and low in a pleasant musical way)· She began to recite the poem in a sing-song voice.
verbs (=speak more loudly)· She did not raise her voice, or express any anger.
(=speak more quietly)· He lowered his voice to a whisper.
(=not speak loudly)· Keep your voice down, they’ll hear you!
(=lose the ability to speak, for example when you have a cold)· I'll have to whisper because I've lost my voice.
(=becomes louder or higher)· Her voice rose in panic.
(=becomes lower)· Lockhart’s voice dropped so that it could only just be heard.
(=becomes higher or unsteady because they are upset)· Her voice broke and she was unable to continue.
(=becomes deep as he becomes a man)· His voice had only recently broken.
(=sounds unsteady)· His voice shook with anger.
(=becomes quieter until you cannot hear it)· ‘It's just that … ’, his voice trailed away uncertainly.
phrases· ‘Where is she?’, Kate demanded in a shrill voice.
· His tone of voice was aggressive.
(=in a very loud voice)· She shouted ‘Help!’ at the top of her voice.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES ‘I’m Robyn,’ she said with a cheerful smile. It does me good to see a cheerful face. formal (=express concern)· Some people have voiced concern about the state of the president's health.
He began to read in a calm confident voice. (=something in your mind that tells you what is right and wrong)· Other leaders urged him to listen to the voice of conscience and hold free elections.
deadpan humour The union has voiced its disquiet about the way the protest was handled. These voices of dissent grew louder. There are some dissenting voices (=people who do not agree) among the undergraduates. (=say that you have doubts)· Many people expressed doubts about the necessity of the war.
Laurie’s voice faltered as she tried to thank him. ‘Where does it hurt?’ she asked in a gentle voice. His voice was harsh and menacing. (=quiet speech) They spoke in hushed tones at the table.
They spoke in hushed tones at the table. She shot him an incredulous look. Keep your voice down – she’ll hear you! He was by no means a lone voice criticizing the government. Mr Eyer may lose the sight in one eye. The tour was postponed when the lead singer lost his voice. Julian lost his balance and fell. Helen lowered her voice (=made it quieter) as they approached. His voice lowered (=became quieter). Use a matter-of-fact tone when disciplining your children. (=say what you are worried about)· Only a few Senators voiced their misgivings about the war.
Her voice was muffled by the pillow in which she had hidden her face. (=make an objection)· His father raised no objections when John told him that he wanted to become a dancer.
written (=give your opinion, especially in a formal situation)· She has every right to voice her opinion.
the plaintive cry of the seagull ‘But why can’t I go?’ he said in a querulous voice. (=shout as loudly as possible)· 'Watch out!' he shouted at the top of his voice.
his powerful, soulful voice ‘Wait!’ I shouted in my sternest voice. They were talking in low voices, and I couldn’t catch what they were saying.· Try talking to the child in a firm but soothing tone of voice.
Her voice was unsteady. Her voice wavered uncertainly. He could hear Pete yelling at the top of his voice (=very loudly).· That deep voice made her whole scalp prickle with reaction.· Her laugh was a gleeful, exuberant shout, her deep voice making it almost masculine.· In front of us on the path we heard scream after scream from Sir Henry, and the deep voice of the hound.· I remember that she wore dark suits and talked slowly in a deep voice.· Other details: Have the mouse talk in a squeaky mouse voice and the lion in a deep growling voice.· Then he said, in his deep, warm voice, he would answer any questions we cared to ask.· His deep radio voice inflated the little cottage.· It was a gentle animal, and it spoke like a human in a deep soothing voice.
· During the last minutes she had been talking with extreme rapidity in a light high voice.· A thin, elegant man with shifty eyes and a high, unpleasant voice, Wood exuded a restless, hurried air.· Some people have low voices, others have high voices.· He closed his eyes and chanted in a high, wavering voice.· One of them, a handsome man scarcely more than an adolescent, shouted something in a high voice.· Norm said in a high voice.· Taking all her words and throwing them back at her in silly high voices.· The high voice and long hair of Taylor is perfect for pop, where androgyny pays.
· Of course he wasn't, an inner voice taunted.· Cassius chanted to himself, his inner voice as mechanical as the movements of his body.· It can't be, an inner voice shrieked in violent protest.· Emerson talks about listening to that inner voice and going with it, all voices to the contrary.· It can be used as an inner voice in the woodwind ensemble, but tends to be obtrusive.· But an inner voice tells me that it is not yet the real thing.· But not completely different, an inner voice amended doggedly.
· So, once again, Anabelle was awakened in the middle of her sleep by the buzz of loud voices outside the nest.· A sleeping person can usually be aroused to full alertness, just by a loud voice.· From the next room came the thwack of darts and a louder hubbub of voices.· He knew the words to every song, and he had a loud catchy voice Norm envied.· Consequently, a combination of weak Chair and loud voice could result in one pet topic being debated all night long.· The loudest voices say there is not much you can do in the inner cities.· Some of the loudest voices there are not in the best tradition.· Couples discussed cholesterol in loud voices.
· He and Rattling Hawk talk in low voices.· Eddie and Sandie are talking to each other in low voices.· The Brownies waited obediently, talking excitedly in low voices of what had happened.· Connors's low voice came from the back of the crowd.· A chair shifted, my heart raced, Conchis spoke a single indistinguishable word in a low voice.· He gave evidence in a low, strained voice, often scratching vivid red scars on his face, chin and neck.· He was behind her now at the greasy order window, speaking in a low voice to his cousin.
· A gruff male voice bade them enter.· Like clockwork the three nurses and I followed along with the male radio voice and did a ten-minute exercise routine.· She paused, hearing the low murmur of male voices, from the doorway just ahead of her.· There is now a male voice, firm and authoritative, speaking on top of the music.· She sang solo against the humming of the male voices behind her and against the organ counterpoint.· With a table and a loud male voice he had rid 114 of its claim to local fame.· He had a good tenor voice and he belonged to a male voice glee party.· A MALE voice announces Dominic as he comes on to the set.
· A quiet clear voice should be used; false accents over the phone are a sign of inferiority and of inexperience.· All this in a tight, quiet voice.· The animals flinched as they felt it, but Isay held them firmly, talking to them in a quiet voice.· And under the pressing fingers and the quiet instructive voice, she would.· Nevertheless, she had a quiet voice, and Millie could put up with her.· So once again, in the same quiet voice.· Felt a hand on his back and a quiet voice telling Isay he'd be all right.
· But the small voice was drowned in the rush of sensations engulfing her.· Altagracia says in a small voice.· There is also a small voice of protest against the animals' fate.· It would also entail another meeting between them, a small voice inside told her, shocking her with its message.· But he kissed you, a small voice reminded her.· But, a small voice whispered, that does not make Matthew Jenny's property.· Share Tara? said a small treacherous voice he had not known he possessed.· But where, a small, lost voice mourned inside, was that wonderful feeling now?
· He scarcely heard her soft voice going on about paraffin heaters and electrical wall fans.· He had a soft little voice.· Jahsaxa's friends politely praised hir appearance, asking flattering questions in soft voices, always smiling.· The check was being prepared, he said in a soft voice.· And had she not felt elated when he praised her in that soft, beguiling voice?· Katie Turner says in a soft, weak voice.· There were soft voices coming from inside.· Mrs Sano has a quiet, moonlike beauty and a soft voice that makes you want to listen.
NOUN· It should also enable the integration of electronic mail, voice mail and facsimile, as well as desktop audio and video conferencing.· Hackers may call a company employee and reach their voice mail.· In addition, users can access their voice mail remotely.· Next, he updates his voice mail, letting callers know who they can reach as a back-up.· Rambam printed business cards carrying a working telephone number complete with voice mail.· One afternoon I got home from a business trip, and the first thing I did was check my voice mail.· These include: Features like voice mail, call waiting and call forwarding.· Both computers had a 28, 800-baud fax modem, 16 megabytes of random-access memory and voice mail / speakerphone capabilities.
VERB· Chief Constable of Essex John Burrow added his voice yesterday when he warned that there was a connection between truancy and crime.· Each of the prospective parliamentary candidates for Orkney and Shetland added their voices to the growing storm of unrest.· The trusties of Internal Order had added their voices and they, too, were ignored.· He says the council has added its voice to the lobby against hunting.· He added his own voice as yet another narrator.· Doctors, nurses, unions, patient groups and even local schoolchildren are adding their voices to the protest.· In November 1911 Chapman added his own voice to many others suggesting plans for restructuring the entire league system.
· It's sometimes worth asking that nagging little voice what is really the worst thing that can happen now?· Janie asked in a tight voice, while Megan rustled the hair on my head.· People are also being asked to make their voices heard expressing concern over the possible cut to aid to the third world.· Which compels this scribe to ask when his voice changed into its deep baritone.· She asked in a controlled voice if he were mad at her.
· Remember that most people tend to drop their voices at the end of a sentence.· She dropped her voice to a scratchy whisper.· She dropped her voice to a harsh whisper. ` I don't want to hear anything!
· What did he hear in her voice?· It was then Gedanken realized that all along she had been hearing the voices of the beetles over a loudspeaker.· I just heard her voice saying something over the machine.· He heard many voices as people passed on the pathway from the bridge to the ramp.· You can see it in their eyes and hear it in their voices.· A bell rang, and for a moment they could hear two voices arguing.· Like many bird experts, Moldenhauer hears familiar, identifiable voices when others hear just squawks.
· And from here on keep your voice down.· Cindy made another attempt, keeping her tone of voice light and animated.· She tried to keep her voice light, ` Is it?· I kept my voice soft, nice.· Ted and I talk about this, keeping our voices low.· She kept dreaming of a voice calling her.
· No one else had come in, yet she automatically lowered her voice.· She lowered her voice, leaning closer.· He motioned for me to lower my voice.
· Jackson raised his voice a notch.· They have to raise their voices to be heard above the clam our of the world.· Did he ever lose his temper, raise his voice?· You raised your voice, okay, and that was wrong.· He raised his voice even though the old man continued to indicate that he could not hear him.· But within a couple months, he was raising his voice again.· He seemed calm and thoughtful, and throughout his recent eloquent speeches had not raised his voice.· I raised a dozen children, and not one of them ever dared raise their voice to me like you do.
· Downs says they lost their voices after that.· Father said, but his voice was shaky, and Margaret guessed that he thought it was all too possible.· Share Tara? said a small treacherous voice he had not known he possessed.· Norm said in a high voice.· Marie said, her low voice steady and sure like a dark path they were compelled to follow.· Shorter said, his voice dancing with delight.
PHRASES FROM THE ENTRYPHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► appealing look/expression/voice etc► a voice like a foghorn► hollow laugh/voice etc► somebody’s voice shakes► throw your voice► sing/shout at the top of your voice
1speaking [countable, uncountable] the sounds that you make when you speak, or the ability to make these sounds: - How could a Prime Minister who gave voice to such sentiments be regarded as a political figure in his own right?
- However, those same three astronauts, when coming down, gave voice to a couple of suggestions.
- Maslow was giving voice to some delicate possibility within me, and I was powerfully drawn to it.
- McMillan has given voice to a generation of middle-class black women and found a huge crossover audience in the process.
- Ossie Davis, who has given voice to figures in earlier Burns films, narrates.
- Sunday schools too were booming and every week little people were taught to give voice to such emollient verses as these.
- Unfortunately, many citizens think along the lines that rightwingers give voice to.
- We use words to give voice to our thoughts and feelings and to attempt to convey them to other people.
- But an inner voice tells me that it is not yet the real thing.
- But not completely different, an inner voice amended doggedly.
- Cassius chanted to himself, his inner voice as mechanical as the movements of his body.
- Emerson talks about listening to that inner voice and going with it, all voices to the contrary.
- It can't be, an inner voice shrieked in violent protest.
- It can be used as an inner voice in the woodwind ensemble, but tends to be obtrusive.
- Of course he wasn't, an inner voice taunted.
- But, serious accidents can happen along the way when you use the passive voice.
- Explain the difference between the passive and active voice and wordy and concise word use as objectively as possible.
- In the active voice the subject of the sentence does the action.
- In the passive voice the subject does not do the action: it suffers the action.
- Secrets of the Passive Voice Revealed!
- This hypothesis requires further analysis of the passive voice before it can be considered confirmed however.
- Truth: Passive and active voice address a structural issue only-the relationship between the actor and the action in the sentence.
- Use only the active voice for procedures and employ it as much as possible for descriptions and operations.
- It became extraordinarily difficult for them to speak with one voice on critical issues.
- Salomon Brothers was speaking with one voice, and it was loud.
- This has already raised fears among foreign governments that the administration is not speaking with one voice on vital international issues.
- Where Clinton speaks with one voice, they speak with several, weakening their philosophical case.
- However, while the voice of reason is presently peripheral, its steady hum may well be heard.
- It was the voice of reason.
- Sadly the voices of reason are overwhelmed or ignored, even though in the long-term they are safer guardians of our values.
- Satan does not realise that real freedom is found in obeying the voice of reason.
- Whereas Ian would be resourceful and brave, Barbara would be the voice of reason, relating their experiences in human terms.
- You could not hear the voice of reason, only the terrible curiosity, insisting that it be satisfied.
- With a catch in his voice, Dan told her how proud he was.
- He noticed the crack in her voice as she tried to continue.
- As a composer Gurney found his voice in 1913/14 with the composition of Five Elizabethan Songs.
- As he found his voice, I too found mine.
- But as soon as we had found our voice again, we were once more interrupted by visits from Berlin.
- But though he first reacted by withdrawing, ultimately Scott found his voice and became a conservative leader on the Columbia campus.
- For a moment she couldn't find her voice.
- In the persistent silence only Dada found his voice.
- My granda found his voice among the living.
- My inner voice told me to be cautious.
- But an inner voice tells me that it is not yet the real thing.
- But not completely different, an inner voice amended doggedly.
- Cassius chanted to himself, his inner voice as mechanical as the movements of his body.
- Emerson talks about listening to that inner voice and going with it, all voices to the contrary.
- It can't be, an inner voice shrieked in violent protest.
- It can be used as an inner voice in the woodwind ensemble, but tends to be obtrusive.
- Of course he wasn't, an inner voice taunted.
- Her eyes were a washed-out blue with a level gaze.
- As you began again, all of us around you exchanged more pained looks.
- He assumed a pained expression and averted his eyes.
- He finally looked at Cantor, a pained expression on his face.
- His mouth was set in a prim, pained expression of disapproval.
- Larry, my stepfather, sits stiffly with a pained expression on his face.
- Rex made with the crossed eyes and suitably pained expression.
- The ubiquitous man with the pained expression vanishes.
- You noticed a vaguely pained expression enter Jackson's eyes, as if he was wondering why nothing ever proved simple.
- Now DeCicco can project his voice, balance better and use his hands.
- The use of the microphone helped to project her voice.
- There are innumerable books on public speaking, dealing with everything from how to project your voice to what to wear.
- Don't you raise your voice at me!
- I never heard my father raise his voice in his life.
- Stop raising your voice, Amanda.
- We heard raised voices coming from the next room, and then a cry.
- Eventually, even Western governments began to raise their voices.
- He seemed calm and thoughtful, and throughout his recent eloquent speeches had not raised his voice.
- In my family nobody raised their voices and nobody fought with each other.
- Often it does not occur to them that they can speak up, raise their voices in front of people.
- Oliver raised his voice slightly to say, I may have to ask him not to come over here any more.
- So far neither of them had raised their voices, or only enough to be heard above Gordon's din.
- They have to raise their voices to be heard above the clam our of the world.
- Daniel Boone heard it: the siren song of the open road, beckoning him to pack up and go.
- Forty Niners president Carmen Policy called the lure of free agency a siren song.
- Mr. Sheerman Is not it time that the Minister ignored some of the siren voices behind her?
- The bottom line is that General Motors heeded the siren song of management Centralism in the mid-sixties.
- Then, unable to resist the telephonic siren song, she picked it up.
- They prepared their siren song for the early-evening crowd.
- This coalition must hold together in the post-war settlement and resist the siren voices calling for a huge re-arming of the region.
- It became extraordinarily difficult for them to speak with one voice on critical issues.
- Salomon Brothers was speaking with one voice, and it was loud.
- This has already raised fears among foreign governments that the administration is not speaking with one voice on vital international issues.
- Where Clinton speaks with one voice, they speak with several, weakening their philosophical case.
- After a few thrusting minutes Edward gave a strangled cry that seemed to come from deep in his throat and jerked out of her.
- But Gary in his slow strangled voice spoke a kind of poetry as he told me about his previous life.
- Gilbert uttered a strangled cry and leapt to his feet with shadow reflections of crawling rain on his spectrally white face.
- He thought he made some kind of strangled gasp; he knew his eyes would have expressed his emotions.
- Lorrimer gave a strangled cry and lunged out.
- Then a sixth man appeared at the door, a small strangled cry came from Miranda.
He recognized her voice instantly. I could hear angry voices.2singing a)[countable, uncountable] the quality of sound you produce when you sing: Sophie’s got a lovely singing voice b)[countable] a person singing: a piece written for six voices and piano3opinion a)[singular, uncountable] the right or ability to express an opinion, to vote, or to influence decisions: Parents should have a voice in deciding how their children are educated. b)[countable] an opinion or wish that is expressed: The government needs to listen to the voice of middle-class Americans. a fair, democratic society, in which individuals are able to make their voice heard (=express their opinion so that people notice it) Since the new program was introduced, there have been some dissenting voices (=people expressing disagreement). Senator Prior spoke out, adding her voice to the call for new laws to protect the environment.4speak with one voice if a group of people speak with one voice, they all express the same opinion5representative [singular] a person, organization, newspaper etc that expresses the opinions or wishes of a group of peoplevoice of The senator is the voice of the religious right.6the voice of reason/experience etc opinions or ideas that are reasonable, based on experience etc, or someone who has these ideas: Ben, as ever, has been the voice of reason throughout the whole crisis.7feelings give voice to something to express your feelings or thoughts: Participants are encouraged to give voice to their personal hopes, fears and dreams.8inner voice thoughts or feelings that you do not express but seem to warn, criticize, or advise you: My inner voice told me to be cautious.9grammar active/passive voice technical the form of a verb that shows whether the subject of a sentence does an action or has an action done to itCOLLOCATIONSadjectivesloud· Her voice was loud and clear.quiet/low/soft (=not loud)· When he spoke, his voice was soft and gentle.a deep/low voice (=near the bottom of the range of sounds)· She heard the deep voice of her father downstairs.a high voice (=near the top of the range of sounds)· They used to repeat her words in silly high voices.a clear voice· Natalia’s clear voice rang out.a small voice (=quiet and not strong or confident)· She answered in a small voice, ‘I think I was afraid.’a trembling/shaking voice (=a voice that shakes because someone is very nervous or frightened)· He stood up and began to speak in a trembling voice.a squeaky voice (=very high and not strong)· The mouse talks in a little squeaky voice.a husky voice (=low and slightly rough but in an attractive way)· She spoke in a husky voice, as though her throat was sore.a gravelly voice (=very deep and slightly rough)· He sang to her in his famous gravelly voice.a sing-song voice (=a voice that goes high and low in a pleasant musical way)· She began to recite the poem in a sing-song voice.verbsraise your voice (=speak more loudly)· She did not raise her voice, or express any anger.lower your voice (=speak more quietly)· He lowered his voice to a whisper.keep your voice down (=not speak loudly)· Keep your voice down, they’ll hear you!lose your voice (=lose the ability to speak, for example when you have a cold)· I'll have to whisper because I've lost my voice.somebody’s voice rises (=becomes louder or higher)· Her voice rose in panic.somebody’s voice drops (=becomes lower)· Lockhart’s voice dropped so that it could only just be heard.somebody’s voice breaks/cracks (=becomes higher or unsteady because they are upset)· Her voice broke and she was unable to continue.a boy’s voice breaks (=becomes deep as he becomes a man)· His voice had only recently broken.somebody’s voice trembles/shakes (=sounds unsteady)· His voice shook with anger.somebody’s voice trails off/away (=becomes quieter until you cannot hear it)· ‘It's just that … ’, his voice trailed away uncertainly.phrasesin a loud/soft/deep etc voice· ‘Where is she?’, Kate demanded in a shrill voice.somebody’s tone of voice· His tone of voice was aggressive.at the top of your voice (=in a very loud voice)· She shouted ‘Help!’ at the top of her voice.voice1 nounvoice2 verb
voicevoice2 ●●○ verb [transitive] VERB TABLE
voice
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | voice |
| he, she, it | voices | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | voiced |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have voiced |
| he, she, it | has voiced | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had voiced |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will voice |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have voiced |
| Continuous Form | ||
| Present | I | am voicing |
| he, she, it | is voicing | |
| you, we, they | are voicing | |
| Past | I, he, she, it | was voicing |
| you, we, they | were voicing | |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have been voicing |
| he, she, it | has been voicing | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had been voicing |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will be voicing |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have been voicing |
EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS
- Before hearing the poll results, Mr Major and Mr Kinnock voiced their confidence that they would win with an overall majority.
- He voiced his desire to take on a local ownership partner to help fund it all.
- He added the scheme contravened existing structure plans and traffic risk fears had been voiced by local residents.
- In this list, the first sound of the pair is unvoiced, the second is voiced.
- Some patients had voiced initial apprehension about their continuing to receive medication, but most were thought to be neutral about fundholding.
- The other two excuses are regularly voiced by Kevin McNamara.
- Young women are already voicing discontent with their lives.
THESAURUSto say something
to tell someone something, using words: · ‘I really ought to go,’ she said.· Lauren said she’d probably be late.
to say something, especially in a definite or formal way – used in official contexts: · The witness stated that he had never seen the woman before.· Please state your name and address.
to publicly tell people about something: · The chairman announced his resignation.· The results will be announced tomorrow.· We will announce the winners next Sunday.· They were announcing the train times over the loudspeaker system.
to say something very firmly: · ‘My personal life is none of your business,’ she declared.
to talk about someone or something, especially without giving many details: · Did Tom mention anything about what happened at school?· Your name was mentioned!
to let someone know your feelings by putting them into words: · Young children often find it difficult to express their emotions.
to say what your opinion is about someone or something: · The prime minister was asked to comment on the crisis.
formal to say that you have noticed that something is true – used especially in formal writing: · We have already noted that most old people live alone.· Someone once remarked that the problem with computers is that they only give you answers.
to say something more, after what has already been said: · He added that he thought it could be done fairly cheaply.
to mention something that seems particularly important or relevant: · Dr Graham points out that most children show some signs of abnormal behaviour.· It’s worth pointing out that few people actually die of this disease.
to talk about your opinions, worries, or the things you disagree about: air your views/grievances/differences: · The programme will give listeners the chance to air their views about immigration.· Workers were able to air their grievances.
to talk publicly about your feelings or about whether you approve or disapprove of something formal: voice concern/support/doubt/fears etc: · The president has already voiced his support for the proposal.· She voiced concern for the safety of the hostages.
Longman Language Activatorthe sounds someone makes when they speak · She has a very high, squeaky voice.· I could hear Dan's angry voice shouting ''stupid idiot''.· There was a note of irritation in her voice.· She was startled to hear voices coming from upstairs.in a loud/high/deep etc voice · ''Sorry I'm late'', she said, in a low voice.
the way someone speaks, especially when this shows the way they feel: · He kept his tone formal.tone of: · I often detect a tone of regret in her voice.in an friendly/angry/embarrassed etc tone: · ''This is Julia'', Jo said, in a friendly tone.· She was speaking in a rather irritated tone.in hushed tones (=quietly): · Mary ushered her into the church, speaking in hushed tones.tone of voice: · She was almost hypnotised by his mellow tone of voice.
a rough voice not sounding soft or gentle, especially because the person speaking is angry or rude: · "What are you doing in here?'' shouted the farmer in a rough voice.rough with: · Fran was shaking her urgently, his voice rough with concern.
deep and rough, as if the sounds are produced deep down in your throat: · Julie had a throaty voice that made her sound older than she was.· She always spoke with a throaty German accent.
slightly rough, as though you have a sore throat, but also attractive and deep: · Stephen put his arms around her and his voice became a soft, husky whisper.· Caron Wheeler's rich, husky vocal is perfect for the song's mellow soulfulness.
deep and rough, especially when the speaker is feeling annoyed or being rude and does not want to talk much: · "If this happens again,'' said Dad, in a gruff voice, "I shall be extremely angry!''· He was an irritable old man, who seldom spoke except to say a gruff hello.
rough and not very clear, especially because your throat is sore as a result of illness or too much shouting, singing etc: · You sound very hoarse. Do you have a cold?· His voice dropped to a hoarse whisper.shout yourself hoarse British (=shout so much that you become hoarse): · He had shouted himself hoarse in his frenzied efforts to attract attention.
a high voice · I recognized Juliet's high, excited voice on the phone immediately.
high and often unpleasant or annoying to listen to: · Her voice was clear but rather high-pitched.· The commentary was punctuated by high-pitched giggles.
very high and loud, and unpleasant or painful to listen to: · Her voice was nasal and piercing.· He raised his hands and let out a piercing shriek.· There came a piercing cry from the back of the cinema.
very high and loud and unpleasant to listen to: · As Sophie became angry her voice got shriller.· Sylvie burst out in a shrill laugh before leaving the room.
a squeaky voice keeps changing between being too high and being normal, especially because there is something wrong with your throat: · He's had a throat infection for over a week and his voice has gone squeaky.· a band with a squeaky vocal style
a low voice · Martin's voice was low, with a note of sadness in it.· Gripping his stomach, he let out a low moan.
if a man's voice is deep , it is very low, especially in an attractive way. If a woman's voice is deep , it is very low, like a man's voice: · He has a deep, reassuring voice,· I tried to make my voice sound deeper when I answered the phone.
a rich voice is low, strong, and pleasant to listen to: · The lead actor's rich voice claimed the attention of the audience.· He sang in a deep, rich baritone.
a resonant voice is deep, loud, and clear: · Billy's voice had a deep, resonant tone that was a pleasure to hear.· "Listen," Toranaga interrupted in his resonant, commanding voice.
to say that you disapprove of something or someone to say, write, or show publicly that you disapprove of someone or something: · The president expressed his disapproval of protest groups that break the law.· Thousands of people have voiced their disapproval of the government.· Nurses plan to show their disapproval by organizing a series of one-day strikes.· How can dissatisfied taxpayers register disapproval of government policies?
to clearly and publicly say that you strongly disapprove of someone or something: · Politicians and religious leaders have universally condemned this act of terrorism.· Lawyers were quick to condemn the new legislation.condemn something as something: · The destruction of rainforests has been condemned as a disaster for the environment.condemn somebody for doing something: · Local authorities have been condemned for failing to tackle the problem of homelessness.
to say publicly that you strongly disapprove of something or someone and think that they are morally bad: · The Republicans denounced the waste of public money involved in the new program.· Community leaders were quick to denounce the police for reacting too violently to the disturbances.denounce somebody/something as something: · Darwin's theories about evolution were denounced by many people.
formal to say that you strongly disapprove of a particular kind of behaviour or something that has happened, because it is morally wrong: · We deplore the use of violence against innocent people.· The United Nations has issued a statement deploring the continued fighting.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY The senator voiced concern at how minorities and immigrants are treated in California.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES ‘I’m Robyn,’ she said with a cheerful smile. It does me good to see a cheerful face. He began to read in a calm confident voice. deadpan humour The union has voiced its disquiet about the way the protest was handled. These voices of dissent grew louder. There are some dissenting voices (=people who do not agree) among the undergraduates. Laurie’s voice faltered as she tried to thank him. ‘Where does it hurt?’ she asked in a gentle voice. His voice was harsh and menacing. She shot him an incredulous look. Keep your voice down – she’ll hear you! He was by no means a lone voice criticizing the government. Mr Eyer may lose the sight in one eye. The tour was postponed when the lead singer lost his voice. Julian lost his balance and fell. Helen lowered her voice (=made it quieter) as they approached. His voice lowered (=became quieter). Use a matter-of-fact tone when disciplining your children. Her voice was muffled by the pillow in which she had hidden her face. the plaintive cry of the seagull ‘But why can’t I go?’ he said in a querulous voice. his powerful, soulful voice ‘Wait!’ I shouted in my sternest voice. They were talking in low voices, and I couldn’t catch what they were saying. Her voice was unsteady. Her voice wavered uncertainly. He could hear Pete yelling at the top of his voice (=very loudly).COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSNOUN
The senator voiced concern at how minorities and immigrants are treated in California. ‘I’m Robyn,’ she said with a cheerful smile. It does me good to see a cheerful face. formal (=express concern)· Some people have voiced concern about the state of the president's health.
He began to read in a calm confident voice. (=something in your mind that tells you what is right and wrong)· Other leaders urged him to listen to the voice of conscience and hold free elections.
deadpan humour The union has voiced its disquiet about the way the protest was handled. These voices of dissent grew louder. There are some dissenting voices (=people who do not agree) among the undergraduates. (=say that you have doubts)· Many people expressed doubts about the necessity of the war.
Laurie’s voice faltered as she tried to thank him. ‘Where does it hurt?’ she asked in a gentle voice. His voice was harsh and menacing. (=quiet speech) They spoke in hushed tones at the table.
They spoke in hushed tones at the table. She shot him an incredulous look. Keep your voice down – she’ll hear you! He was by no means a lone voice criticizing the government. Mr Eyer may lose the sight in one eye. The tour was postponed when the lead singer lost his voice. Julian lost his balance and fell. Helen lowered her voice (=made it quieter) as they approached. His voice lowered (=became quieter). Use a matter-of-fact tone when disciplining your children. (=say what you are worried about)· Only a few Senators voiced their misgivings about the war.
Her voice was muffled by the pillow in which she had hidden her face. (=make an objection)· His father raised no objections when John told him that he wanted to become a dancer.
written (=give your opinion, especially in a formal situation)· She has every right to voice her opinion.
the plaintive cry of the seagull ‘But why can’t I go?’ he said in a querulous voice. (=shout as loudly as possible)· 'Watch out!' he shouted at the top of his voice.
his powerful, soulful voice ‘Wait!’ I shouted in my sternest voice. They were talking in low voices, and I couldn’t catch what they were saying.· Try talking to the child in a firm but soothing tone of voice.
Her voice was unsteady. Her voice wavered uncertainly. He could hear Pete yelling at the top of his voice (=very loudly).· He is voicing the complaint of all old people about the closing down of their universe.· The Herald published a letter by Owens that voiced her complaints about her interview with the board.· Student protesters have voiced the same complaint.· Gene Taylor, D-Miss., but it reflected concerns a number of lawmakers voiced Tuesday about constituent complaints.
· Wail until you have calmed down enough so that you can voice your concerns and listen to his replies.· Caen voiced concern at how minorities and immigrants are treated in the golden state.· Campaigners against the arms trade also voiced concern that the Government is still refusing to allow Parliament proper scrutiny of exports.· Many subject specialists have voiced concern about teaching bilingual students.· Despite agreement on those provisions, the White House has voiced concern over several other sections of the measure.· The major multiples have already voiced concerns over the system as refugees can not be given change when purchasing with vouchers.· But officers have voiced concern about road safety, particularly when picking children up from Victoria Road and Waverley Terrace.
· Doyle voiced his criticisms at a board meeting in Stoke 10 days ago.· However the author has written a strong letter to Britt Allcroft voicing his criticisms.· They voice real criticism of the way things are managed both artistically and in terms of employment.
· He voiced the fear of other Right-wingers that the sacking of Norman Lamont had left Left-wingers in key jobs.· Interviewees also voiced fears that the price of goods and services, like childcare, would rise.· She said residents within walking distance of the new ballpark have voiced fears of seeing their neighborhoods overrun by spectators' cars.· They had always voiced their fears and thoughts - or Vita had.
· It had once even gone so far as to empty him on to the floor for voicing an intolerant opinion on the Jesuits.· The idea is to prevent what happened Tuesday: the nominations being locked up before California voters voiced their opinions.· It was good to see those there voicing their opinions strongly about various aspects of parish life.· Also, being elderly, they were very ready to voice their opinions and denounce the ideas of their fellows.· But you have to remember that when moat people voice an opinion they do it from their own perspective.· He has spoken up for them when their homes have been threatened with closure and voiced their opinions on Radio Cleveland.· And voice your own opinions on afterlife chit-chat by joining in the debate below.
· As citizens we can oppose unfair trade and voice that opposition to our political leaders.· Baxter shareholders have voiced vigorous opposition to an acquisition of National Medical.· Neighbours arrive to talk to officialdom; they voice strong opposition but are careful not to provoke trouble.
· There is evidence, from a variety of sources, that ordinary people voicing anti-black sentiments typically deny their own prejudices.
· Trish voiced her support for the vice-presidential campaign of Gerlandine Ferraro.· Fox has voiced support for President Bush's call for a regional energy policy.· Anyone who voices support for a banned organisation is liable to be jailed.· So only half of these experts voiced support for the Baldrige as it is.· But when they were assured that the cull was carried out humanely, almost 70 % voiced support.· Bob Dole, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, last month voiced support for the same amendment, sponsored by Sen.· True, railway workers in Moscow and air-traffic controllers have voiced support.
· Indeed, Percy Lovitch voiced the thought to Rev. Levitt as he strode past the minister and his wife.· Other manufacturers have voiced the thought that these constant transmissions could swamp the mains.· They had always voiced their fears and thoughts - or Vita had.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► appealing look/expression/voice etc► a voice like a foghorn► hollow laugh/voice etc► somebody’s voice shakes► throw your voice► sing/shout at the top of your voice
1to tell people your opinions or feelings about a particular subject: - With a catch in his voice, Dan told her how proud he was.
- He noticed the crack in her voice as she tried to continue.
- As a composer Gurney found his voice in 1913/14 with the composition of Five Elizabethan Songs.
- As he found his voice, I too found mine.
- But as soon as we had found our voice again, we were once more interrupted by visits from Berlin.
- But though he first reacted by withdrawing, ultimately Scott found his voice and became a conservative leader on the Columbia campus.
- For a moment she couldn't find her voice.
- In the persistent silence only Dada found his voice.
- My granda found his voice among the living.
- My inner voice told me to be cautious.
- But an inner voice tells me that it is not yet the real thing.
- But not completely different, an inner voice amended doggedly.
- Cassius chanted to himself, his inner voice as mechanical as the movements of his body.
- Emerson talks about listening to that inner voice and going with it, all voices to the contrary.
- It can't be, an inner voice shrieked in violent protest.
- It can be used as an inner voice in the woodwind ensemble, but tends to be obtrusive.
- Of course he wasn't, an inner voice taunted.
- Her eyes were a washed-out blue with a level gaze.
- As you began again, all of us around you exchanged more pained looks.
- He assumed a pained expression and averted his eyes.
- He finally looked at Cantor, a pained expression on his face.
- His mouth was set in a prim, pained expression of disapproval.
- Larry, my stepfather, sits stiffly with a pained expression on his face.
- Rex made with the crossed eyes and suitably pained expression.
- The ubiquitous man with the pained expression vanishes.
- You noticed a vaguely pained expression enter Jackson's eyes, as if he was wondering why nothing ever proved simple.
- Now DeCicco can project his voice, balance better and use his hands.
- The use of the microphone helped to project her voice.
- There are innumerable books on public speaking, dealing with everything from how to project your voice to what to wear.
- Don't you raise your voice at me!
- I never heard my father raise his voice in his life.
- Stop raising your voice, Amanda.
- We heard raised voices coming from the next room, and then a cry.
- Eventually, even Western governments began to raise their voices.
- He seemed calm and thoughtful, and throughout his recent eloquent speeches had not raised his voice.
- In my family nobody raised their voices and nobody fought with each other.
- Often it does not occur to them that they can speak up, raise their voices in front of people.
- Oliver raised his voice slightly to say, I may have to ask him not to come over here any more.
- So far neither of them had raised their voices, or only enough to be heard above Gordon's din.
- They have to raise their voices to be heard above the clam our of the world.
- Daniel Boone heard it: the siren song of the open road, beckoning him to pack up and go.
- Forty Niners president Carmen Policy called the lure of free agency a siren song.
- Mr. Sheerman Is not it time that the Minister ignored some of the siren voices behind her?
- The bottom line is that General Motors heeded the siren song of management Centralism in the mid-sixties.
- Then, unable to resist the telephonic siren song, she picked it up.
- They prepared their siren song for the early-evening crowd.
- This coalition must hold together in the post-war settlement and resist the siren voices calling for a huge re-arming of the region.
- It became extraordinarily difficult for them to speak with one voice on critical issues.
- Salomon Brothers was speaking with one voice, and it was loud.
- This has already raised fears among foreign governments that the administration is not speaking with one voice on vital international issues.
- Where Clinton speaks with one voice, they speak with several, weakening their philosophical case.
- After a few thrusting minutes Edward gave a strangled cry that seemed to come from deep in his throat and jerked out of her.
- But Gary in his slow strangled voice spoke a kind of poetry as he told me about his previous life.
- Gilbert uttered a strangled cry and leapt to his feet with shadow reflections of crawling rain on his spectrally white face.
- He thought he made some kind of strangled gasp; he knew his eyes would have expressed his emotions.
- Lorrimer gave a strangled cry and lunged out.
- Then a sixth man appeared at the door, a small strangled cry came from Miranda.
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