vocal cords
plural noun
: either of two pairs of folds of mucous membranes that project into the cavity of the larynx and have free edges extending dorsoventrally toward the middle line
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Because the vagus nerve runs past the vocal cords, there’s some thought that humming could stimulate the vagus nerve (and therefore parasympathetic nervous system), which might offer calming effects, says Gordon-Elliott.
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 18 May 2025
Whoopi Goldberg's vocal cords are in (temporary) danger, girl.
—Joey Nolfi Published, EW.com, 15 May 2025
Adductor spasmodic dysphonia causes the vocal cords to slam together, while abductor is the opening of the cords.
—Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Joan died at 1:17 p.m. on Sept. 4, 2014 — a week after undergoing a minor procedure on her vocal cords.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 13 May 2025
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 18 May 2025
Whoopi Goldberg's vocal cords are in (temporary) danger, girl.
—Joey Nolfi Published, EW.com, 15 May 2025
Adductor spasmodic dysphonia causes the vocal cords to slam together, while abductor is the opening of the cords.
—Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Joan died at 1:17 p.m. on Sept. 4, 2014 — a week after undergoing a minor procedure on her vocal cords.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 13 May 2025
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“Vocal cords.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vocal%20cords. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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