Definition of Ahem
an utterance similar to the sound of clearing one's throat, used to attract attention or fill in a pause
Examples of Ahem in a sentence
βAhem,β the man breathed nervously as he cleared his throat.
Would you consider donating more money to the cause if it, ahem, got you a tax credit?
That bloodstain on the mattress didnβt seem to bother the detectives, but it did, ahem, look a little sketchy.
βWe will, ahem, be in touchβ the lying interviewer said at the end of the meeting.
βAhem, may I have your attention?β the principal asked as she tried to get the students to listen.
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