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Sounds Effect Plosive X3 Create Abrupt Sharp Shocking

Front What effect do plosive sounds have? x3
Back sounds create an abrupt, sharp, sometimes shocking effect. Look for plosives blended with sibilants or liquids - as DISSONANCE after the softer mood 

OR, where both are INTERLACED (sib/plo/sib/plo/sib/plo) think about which feels stronger - is it a juddering effect, stuttering

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