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Quaver

usgb/ˈkweɪvər/Volume
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Emotional IndicatorPlay
The verb 'quaver' often signals the speaker's underlying emotions, like fear or sadness. SlideWhen she mentioned her lost dog, her voice quavered.
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Reflects InsecurityPlay
'Quavering' can express lack of confidence, making it unsuitable for strong or assertive statements. SlideI tried to sound confident, but my voice quavered.
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Tension RevealerPlay
Use 'quaver' to imply that a situation is tense or unsettling without stating it outright. SlideHer quavering reply hinted at the stress we couldn't see.