
Throat
Health Indicator
The condition of one's throat often indicates health, like being sick with a cold or flu.

My raspy voice and red throat show I might be coming down with something.
Expression of Emotion
Expressions like 'lump in your throat' show emotional stress or the feeling of being overcome with emotion.

He had a lump in his throat when he heard the sad news.
Voice Problems
When your throat hurts, it can affect how your voice sounds, making it hoarse or scratchy.

She's been whispering all day because of her sore throat.
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