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Top 10 Words That Sound Like What They Mean

The dictionary's best special effects. Say them out loud; we'll wait.

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  1. 1

    Squelch

    Wet boots in April, in one syllable.

  2. 2

    Murmur

    It hums while you say it.

  3. 3

    Thud

    Over before it began, like the fall itself.

  4. 4

    Sizzle

    Breakfast, audibly.

  5. 5

    Whisper

    You can't even shout it properly.

  6. 6

    Clang

    Metal on metal, guaranteed.

  7. 7

    Ooze

    It takes its time leaving your mouth.

  8. 8

    Pop

    The word bursts.

  9. 9

    Rustle

    Leaves, paper, suspicion.

  10. 10

    Zigzag

    Your tongue does the actual zigzag.

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