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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

squelch

/ˈskwɛltʃ/ verb · British & US
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What does squelch mean?

verb

to make a soft, wet, sucking sound, typically when walking through mud or a wet surface. to suppress or silence something, especially a sound or a piece of information.

Example

"The sound of her boots squelching in the mud was unmistakable."

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