To utter a sound or speak a word, often used in negative sentences to describe someone remaining silent.

to keep silent; to not utter a single word

to sing at the top of one's voice; to stretch one's neck and sing loudly

To breathe heavily or pant due to physical exertion.

to utter a sound or word; to speak up or voice an opinion

To stretch one's neck out and sing or chant loudly; literally, to open one's throat to sing.

to not say a word or make a sound

Describes the sound of coughing or grunting.

to utter a word or make a sound (often in the negative)

to speak or make a sound in order to express an opinion or break silence

(literary) to have one's breath stuck in the throat due to intense anger or grief

To seize control of the throat and strike the back, describing the occupation of key strategic locations to control or defeat an enemy.