Ahem and Demurrer

Ahem

Ahem noun - The utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc..
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Demurrer and ahem are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Demurrer" instead a noun "Ahem".

Demurrer

Demurrer noun - A feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent.

Ahem and demurrer are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ahem" instead a noun "Demurrer".

Nearby Words: demurred, demurring
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