Attention-getting sound Crossword Clue

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PSST

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COUGH

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Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ATTENTION-GETTING (adjective)
1. seizing the attention
2. likely to attract attention
GETTING (noun)
1. the act of acquiring something

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

PSST
(4 letters)
COUGH
(5 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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