Throaty and Whistling

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Throaty adjective - Harsh and dry in sound.

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Whistling is an antonym for throaty.

Nearby Words: throat, throated, throating

Whistling adjective - Having a high musical pitch or range.

Usage example: the whistling sound of missiles as they sped toward their targets

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Throaty is an antonym for whistling.

Nearby Words: whistle, whistled, whist, whistler

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