almost snarl
Frequency: 4.52.3 per million words
to nearly make a snarling expression or sound
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Examples (10)
- He was so frustrated, he could almost snarl in response.
- She tried to speak calmly, but her voice began to almost snarl with suppressed anger.
- The territorial cat would almost snarl at any other feline entering its garden.
- His patience worn thin, he found himself about to almost snarl at the persistent salesman.
- When challenged, the politician’s composure cracked, and he seemed to almost snarl his reply.
- The dog, protective of its owner, would almost snarl whenever a stranger approached.
- Under extreme pressure, she felt her expression almost snarl as she struggled to maintain control.
- He was so close to losing his temper, he could feel his throat tighten and almost snarl.
- Though he managed to hold back, his voice had an edge that made it almost snarl.
- The old woman, annoyed by the noise, turned around ready to almost snarl at the children.