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Sounds that need a name of their own…

January 19, 2013 By Ellen

This sound has a name, it’s Boy Three Ping, pop, growl and rumble. Tinkle, roar and bang. Scream. English is packed with excellent words for different kinds of noises. Yet, I’ve noticed there are some sounds so distinctive they deserve a word of their own.  The fizzle a hot pan makes when the only place […]

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