whispering

whis*per*ing

noun

{bc}{a_link|whispered} speech

whispering

adjective

{bc}making a sibilant sound

whis*per

verb

{bc}to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard

whispering campaign

noun

{bc}the systematic dissemination by word of mouth of derogatory rumors or charges especially against a candidate for public office

stage whisper

noun

{bc}a loud whisper by an actor that is audible to the spectators but is supposed for dramatic effect not to be heard by one or more of the actors

sweet nothings

plural noun

{bc}loving and romantic words