Meaning & use
Ahem
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Used to represent the sound of clearing one's throat, typically to attract attention, express mild disapproval, or fill an awkward pause.
See it in a sentence
'Ahem,' the teacher said loudly, and the classroom fell silent.
Ahem — I believe it's my turn to speak.
A note on using this word
Ahem is an onomatopoeic interjection, imitating the sound of a throat-clearing cough used to signal attention.
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