gruffnesses

[US]/ˈɡrʌfnəsɪz/
[UK]/ˈɡrʌfnəsɪz/

Translation

n.The quality or state of being gruff; harsh or rough manner, abruptness or curtness in behavior

Phrases & Collocations

his gruffness

with gruffness

the gruffness

sudden gruffness

unexpected gruffness

characteristic gruffness

voice gruffness

gruffness of voice

Example Sentences

his voice had multiple gruffnesses that made him seem unapproachable.

the gruffnesses in his manner softened when he saw the children.

despite his gruffnesses, there was a kind heart beneath.

the coach's gruffnesses masked his deep care for the team.

she noticed the various gruffnesses in his tone during the meeting.

the old sailor's gruffnesses couldn't hide his wisdom.

his gruffnesses were just a facade protecting his vulnerability.

the gruffnesses in his voice betrayed his excitement.

underneath the professor's gruffnesses lay genuine enthusiasm.

the manager's gruffnesses softened after the successful project.

his gruffnesses concealed a gentle and patient soul.

the gruffnesses of his voice softened as he spoke to his granddaughter.

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