gruff in the PONS Dictionary

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a gruff voice
пресипнал глас

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But there's a basic decency there behind the gruff exterior, and he can occasionally surprise viewers with acts of tenderness.
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Seo has a gruff, wild look, but he is a very good man to rely on.
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Despite his gruff demeanor, he actually cares deeply for his pupils.
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Her uncle is shown to be a gruff man very critical of the slightest disorder.
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He has a gruff voice, which reflects his courage and toughness.
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Despite being a mercenary, he generally acts as an honorable if gruff opponent.
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Gruff, sarcastic, and always spoiling for a fight, he isn't above resorting to dirty tricks to take down an enemy.
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Although he appears gruff and quick to anger, he is genuinely good-hearted and opts to be as lenient as possible during his investigations.
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Females produce an upward inflected whistle that follows a short and gruff note.
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Although a bit gruff, he shows none of the malevolence thought to be intrinsic to demons, and has a strong sense of humor.
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