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Rasp

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Harsh SoundPlay
Use 'rasp' to describe a sound that is unpleasantly harsh or grating to the ears. SlideHis voice rasped as he called out in the cold night.
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Expression of DiscomfortPlay
'Rasp' conveys a sense of discomfort or irritation when referring to someone's speech. SlideShe could barely speak and could only rasp out a weak 'yes'.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
When used in social contexts, 'rasp' often implies negativity or annoyance. SlideHe didn't shout but his reply came out as a harsh rasp.