soft hiss

Frequency: 6.16.7 per million words

describes a gentle and quiet hissing sound

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Examples (10)

  • A soft hiss escaped the old radiator.
  • She heard a soft hiss from the kitchen, signaling the kettle was boiling.
  • The snake's soft hiss was barely audible in the quiet room.
  • There was a soft hiss as the air slowly leaked from the tire.
  • He let out a soft hiss of pain when he bumped his knee.
  • The closing door made a soft hiss, indicating a good seal.
  • From the darkness, a soft hiss seemed to warn them away.
  • A soft hiss of steam rose from the freshly brewed coffee.
  • The cat gave a soft hiss when the dog got too close.
  • We noticed a soft hiss coming from the gas pipeline.