with a hiss

Frequency: 6.47.3 per million words

used to describe an action accompanied by a hissing sound

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Examples (10)

  • She drew in her breath with a hiss.
  • The snake attacked with a hiss.
  • The steam escaped with a hiss from the old kettle.
  • He opened the soda can with a hiss.
  • The door closed with a hiss as the airlock sealed.
  • The cat reacted with a hiss when approached.
  • The tire went flat with a hiss of air.
  • She let out a small gasp with a hiss of surprise.
  • The hot iron touched the fabric with a hiss.
  • The valve released pressure with a hiss.