The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word WAH WAH , but the solution may also be WAH which is one of the most recent solution (2024 in New York Times).
“Sad trombone” sound crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| WAH WAH | 50 % | 7 |
| WAH | 50 % | 3 |
Why may WAH-WAH be the right solution?
"Wah wah" is an onomatopoeic phrase used to describe the sound of a muted trumpet or trombone, often used in a comedic or sarcastic context to indicate disappointment or failure. Therefore, it is the right solution for the clue "Sad trombone sound".
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: “Sad trombone” sound
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- moan
- sob
- knell
- plangent
- slide
- brassy
- glide
- mute
- blat
- bass
- blow
- loud
Crossword Answer definitions
WAH WAH noun- A wavering sound produced by means of a movable mute or by electronic means
- To make a wah-wah sound
- Modifying the resonance of musical notes to produce the effect of a human voice.
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