suspiration

noun

Definition of suspirationnext
as in sigh

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspiration
  1. sigh
  2. gasp
  3. whisper
  4. murmur
  5. rustle
Noun
  • What's New Elon Musk voiced support for GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson's latest spending bill on Friday, giving him a sigh of relief just hours before a government shutdown could begin.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
  • The refined and fashionably confident alike can find something in the brand’s inventory that is sure to bring a sigh of relief.
    Julian Randall, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of sigh
Noun
  • There are a couple of photo ops, including one with Elphaba’s broom that earned gasps from shoppers.
    Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Nov. 2024
  • The organization is also producing a caregiver's guide for people under 50 that includes — gasp — humor.
    Kat McGowan, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of gasp
Noun
  • With a fan balanced behind each ear, the device operates at the level of a whisper (30 decibels), and its battery can last for 17 hours, or the equivalent of two workdays.
    Olatunji Osho-Williams, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Neutral and clean with just a whisper of grain and pepper to enliven the palate.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of whisper
Noun
  • Grant them the proper resources while addressing this commitment, putting to rest rumors and murmurs regarding their status.
    Doug Melville, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
  • There have also been some murmurs around whether former Gov. John Bel Edwards (D) could jump in on the Democrats’ side.
    Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of murmur
Noun
  • The gentle rustle of pine trees swaying in the breeze, the soft curl of steam rising from hot natural springs, the golden glow of the sun slipping into Ago Bay all combine to create a meditative bliss.
    Scott Campbell, theweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Designed to be smaller for greater sustainability, these ships carry fewer passengers, creating a more intimate atmosphere where the sound of waves and the rustle of sails replace engine noise and odors.
    Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of rustle
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“Suspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspiration. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.

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