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The Clue

Stable sound (5 letter answer)

The Answer

SNORT

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Notes

The answer SNORT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.

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Definition

SNORT as a noun:

1. (snicker, snort, snigger) = a disrespectful laugh
2. (boo, hoot, Bronx cheer, hiss, raspberry, razzing, razz, snort, bird) = a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

SNORT as a verb:

1. indicate contempt by breathing noisily and forcefully through the nose; "she snorted her disapproval of the proposed bridegroom"
2. make a snorting sound by exhaling hard; "The critic snorted contemptuously"
3. (huff, snort) = inhale recreational drugs; "The addict was snorting cocaine almost every day"; "the kids were huffing glue"
4. (take a hit, snort) = inhale through the nose