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单词 stage whisper
释义

stage whisper

noun

1
: a loud whisper by an actor that is audible to the spectators but is supposed for dramatic effect not to be heard by one or more of the actors
2
: an audible whisper
stage-whisper verb

Example Sentences

“I've had more than I can stand,” she complained in a stage whisper.
Recent Examples on the Web Zerwas is known for his staunch conservative positions and zealous floor speeches, given in an unmistakable rasp, which sounds like a stage whisper. Dave Orrick, Twin Cities, 25 Nov. 2019 Her voice is always at the same decibel and sounds more like a stage whisper than regular speech. refinery29.com, 21 May 2018 This may come as a surprise to no one, but [stage whispers] National Geographic (along with many other publications) used to be hella, obviously racist. Breanna Edwards, The Root, 12 Mar. 2018 Hunt down that secret pizza joint inside the Cosmopolitan that everyone recommends in stage whispers. Mark Ellwood, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2017

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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