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THROHT/θrəʊt/

Your throat is the inside of your neck, used for swallowing and speaking. A sore throat is a common illness; have a sore throat; clear your throat. Neck is the outside; mouth is where food goes in. Throw is the verb send through the air — similar letters.

Meaning

The inside of your neck, used for swallowing and speaking.

Examples

• “I have a sore throat.”
• “Drink tea if your throat hurts.”
• “The singer has a problem with her throat.”

Good to know

a sore throat. Contrast: neck (outside), mouth (opening). Mix-up: throw.

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