Harvard Phrases raw, unformatted - From "IEEE Recommended Practice for Speech Quality Measurements." IEEE Transactions on Audio and Electroacoustics, Vol. 17, Issue 3, 225-246, 1969. APPENDIX C 1965 Revised List of Phonetically Balanced Sentences (Harvard Sentences). DOI 10.1109/IEEESTD.1969.7405210 (IEEE standard 297-1969) and 10.1109/TAU.1969.…

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The birch canoe slid on the smooth planks
Glue the sheet to the dark blue background
It's easy to tell the depth of a well
These days a chicken leg is a rare dish
Rice is often served in round bowls
The juice of lemons makes fine punch
The box was thrown beside the parked truck
The hogs were fed chopped corn and garbage
Four hours of steady work faced us
A large size in stockings is hard to sell
The boy was there when the sun rose
A rod is used to catch pink salmon
The source of the huge river is the clear spring
Kick the ball straight and follow through
Help the woman get back to her feet
A pot of tea helps to pass the evening
Smoky fires lack flame and heat
The soft cushion broke the man's fall
The salt breeze came across from the sea
The girl at the booth sold fifty bonds
The small pup gnawed a hole in the sock
The fish twisted and turned on the bent hook
Press the pants and sew a button on the vest
The swan dive was far short of perfect
The beauty of the view stunned the young boy
Two blue fish swam in the tank
Her purse was full of useless trash
The colt reared and threw the tall rider
It snowed, rained, and hailed the same morning
Read verse out loud for pleasure
Hoist the load to your left shoulder
Take the winding path to reach the lake
Note closely the size of the gas tank
Wipe the grease off his dirty face
Mend the coat before you go out
The wrist was badly strained and hung limp
The stray cat gave birth to kittens
The young girl gave no clear response
The meal was cooked before the bell rang
What joy there is in living
A king ruled the state in the early days
The ship was torn apart on the sharp reef
Sickness kept him home the third week
The wide road shimmered in the hot sun
The lazy cow lay in the cool grass
Lift the square stone over the fence
The rope will bind the seven books at once
Hop over the fence and plunge in
The friendly gang left the drug store
Mesh wire keeps chicks inside
The frosty air passed through the coat
The crooked maze failed to fool the mouse
Adding fast leads to wrong sums
The show was a flop from the very start
A saw is a tool used for making boards
The wagon moved on well oiled wheels
March the soldiers past the next hill
A cup of sugar makes sweet fudge
Place a rosebush near the porch steps
Both lost their lives in the raging storm
We talked of the side show in the circus
Use a pencil to write the first draft
He ran half way to the hardware store
The clock struck to mark the third period
A small creek cut across the field
Cars and busses stalled in snow drifts
The set of china hit the floor with a crash
This is a grand season for hikes on the road
The dune rose from the edge of the water
Those words were the cue for the actor to leave
A yacht slid around the point into the bay
The two met while playing on the sand
The ink stain dried on the finished page
The walled town was seized without a fight
The lease ran out in sixteen weeks
A tame squirrel makes a nice pet
The horn of the car woke the sleeping cop
The heart beat strongly and with firm strokes
The pearl was worn in a thin silver ring
The fruit peel was cut in thick slices
The Navy attacked the big task force
See the cat glaring at the scared mouse
There are more than two factors here
The hat brim was wide and too droopy
The lawyer tried to lose his case
The grass curled around the fence post
Cut the pie into large parts
Men strive but seldom get rich
Always close the barn door tight
He lay prone and hardly moved a limb
The slush lay deep along the street
A wisp of cloud hung in the blue air
A pound of sugar costs more than eggs
The fin was sharp and cut the clear water
The play seems dull and quite stupid
Bail the boat to stop it from sinking
The term ended in late june that year
A Tusk is used to make costly gifts
Ten pins were set in order
The bill was paid every third week
Oak is strong and also gives shade
Cats and Dogs each hate the other
The pipe began to rust while new
Open the crate but don't break the glass
Add the sum to the product of these three
Thieves who rob friends deserve jail
The ripe taste of cheese improves with age
Act on these orders with great speed
The hog crawled under the high fence
Move the vat over the hot fire
The bark of the pine tree was shiny and dark
Leaves turn brown and yellow in the fall
The pennant waved when the wind blew
Split the log with a quick, sharp blow
Burn peat after the logs give out
He ordered peach pie with ice cream
Weave the carpet on the right hand side
Hemp is a weed found in parts of the tropics
A lame back kept his score low
We find joy in the simplest things
Type out three lists of orders
The harder he tried the less he got done
The boss ran the show with a watchful eye
The cup cracked and spilled its contents
Paste can cleanse the most dirty brass
The slang word for raw whiskey is booze
It caught its hind paw in a rusty trap
The wharf could be seen at the farther shore
Feel the heat of the weak dying flame
The tiny girl took off her hat
A cramp is no small danger on a swim
He said the same phrase thirty times
Pluck the bright rose without leaves
Two plus seven is less than ten
The glow deepened in the eyes of the sweet girl
Bring your problems to the wise chief
Write a fond note to the friend you cherish
Clothes and lodging are free to new men
We frown when events take a bad turn
Port is a strong wine with a smoky taste
The young kid jumped the rusty gate
Guess the result from the first scores
A salt pickle tastes fine with ham
The just claim got the right verdict
Those thistles bend in a high wind
Pure bred poodles have curls
The tree top waved in a graceful way
The spot on the blotter was made by green ink
Mud was spattered on the front of his white shirt
The cigar burned a hole in the desk top
The empty flask stood on the tin tray
A speedy man can beat this track mark
He broke a new shoelace that day
The coffee stand is too high for the couch
The urge to write short stories is rare
The pencils have all been used
The pirates seized the crew of the lost ship
We tried to replace the coin but failed
She sewed the torn coat quite neatly
The sofa cushion is red and of light weight
The jacket hung on the back of the wide chair
At that high level the air is pure
Drop the two when you add the figures
A filing case is now hard to buy
An abrupt start does not win the prize
Wood is best for making toys and blocks
The office paint was a dull, sad tan
He knew the skill of the great young actress
A rag will soak up spilled water
A shower of dirt fell from the hot pipes
Steam hissed from the broken valve
The child almost hurt the small dog
There was a sound of dry leaves outside
The sky that morning was clear and bright blue
Torn scraps littered the stone floor
Sunday is the best part of the week
The doctor cured him with these pills
The new girl was fired today at noon
They felt gay when the ship arrived in port
Add the store's account to the last cent
Acid burns holes in wool cloth
Fairy tales should be fun to write
Eight miles of woodland burned to waste
The third act was dull and tired the players
A young child should not suffer fright
Add the column and put the sum here
We admire and love a good cook
There the flood mark is ten inches
He carved a head from the round block of marble
She has a smart way of wearing clothes
The fruit of a fig tree is apple shaped
Corn cobs can be used to kindle a fire
Where were they when the noise started
The paper box is full of thumb tacks
Sell your gift to a buyer at a good gain
The tongs lay beside the ice pail
The petals fall with the next puff of wind
Bring your best compass to the third class
They could laugh although they were sad
Farmers came in to thresh the oat crop
The brown house was on fire to the attic
The lure is used to catch trout and flounder
Float the soap on top of the bath water
A blue crane is a tall wading bird
A fresh start will work such wonders
The club rented the rink for the fifth night
After the dance, they went straight home
The hostess taught the new maid to serve
He wrote his last novel there at the inn
Even the worst will beat his low score
The cement had dried when he moved it
The loss of the second ship was hard to take
The fly made its way along the wall
Do that with a wooden stick
Live wires should be kept covered
The large house had hot water taps
It is hard to erase blue or red ink
Write at once or you may forget it
The doorknob was made of bright clean brass
The wreck occurred by the bank on Main Street
A pencil with black lead writes best
Coax a young calf to drink from a bucket
Schools for ladies teach charm and grace
The lamp shone with a steady green flame
They took the axe and the saw to the forest
The ancient coin was quite dull and worn
The shaky barn fell with a loud crash
Jazz and swing fans like fast music
Rake the rubbish up and then burn it
Slash the gold cloth into fine ribbons
Try to have the court decide the case
They are pushed back each time they attack
He broke his ties with groups of former friends
They floated on the raft to sun their white backs
The map had an X that meant nothing
Whitings are small fish caught in nets
Some ads serve to cheat buyers
Jerk the rope and the bell rings weakly
A waxed floor makes us lose balance
Madam, this is the best brand of corn
On the islands the sea breeze is soft and mild
The play began as soon as we sat down
This will lead the world to more sound and fury
Add salt before you fry the egg
The rush for funds reached its peak Tuesday
The birch looked stark white and lonesome
The box is held by a bright red snapper
To make pure ice, you freeze water
The first worm gets snapped early
Jump the fence and hurry up the bank
Yell and clap as the curtain slides back
They are men who walk the middle of the road
Both brothers wear the same size
In some form or other we need fun
The prince ordered his head chopped off
The houses are built of red clay bricks
Ducks fly north but lack a compass
Fruit flavors are used in fizz drinks
These pills do less good than others
Canned pears lack full flavor
The dark pot hung in the front closet
Carry the pail to the wall and spill it there
The train brought our hero to the big town
We are sure that one war is enough
Gray paint stretched for miles around
The rude laugh filled the empty room
High seats are best for football fans
Tea served from the brown jug is tasty
A dash of pepper spoils beef stew
A zestful food is the hot-cross bun
The horse trotted around the field at a brisk pace
Find the twin who stole the pearl necklace
Cut the cord that binds the box tightly
The red tape bound the smuggled food
Look in the corner to find the tan shirt
The cold drizzle will halt the bond drive
Nine men were hired to dig the ruins
The junk yard had a mouldy smell
The flint sputtered and lit a pine torch
Soak the cloth and drown the sharp odor
The shelves were bare of both jam or crackers
A joy to every child is the swan boat
All sat frozen and watched the screen
A cloud of dust stung his tender eyes
To reach the end he needs much courage
Shape the clay gently into block form
A ridge on a smooth surface is a bump or flaw
Hedge apples may stain your hands green
Quench your thirst, then eat the crackers
Tight curls get limp on rainy days
The mute muffled the high tones of the horn
The gold ring fits only a pierced ear
The old pan was covered with hard fudge
Watch the log float in the wide river
The node on the stalk of wheat grew daily
The heap of fallen leaves was set on fire
Write fast if you want to finish early
His shirt was clean but one button was gone
The barrel of beer was a brew of malt and hops
Tin cans are absent from store shelves
Slide the box into that empty space
The plant grew large and green in the window
The beam dropped down on the workman's head
Pink clouds floated with the breeze
She danced like a swan, tall and graceful
The tube was blown and the tire flat and useless
It is late morning on the old wall clock
Let's all join as we sing the last chorus
The last switch cannot be turned off
The fight will end in just six minutes
The store walls were lined with colored frocks
The peace league met to discuss their plans
The rise to fame of a person takes luck
Paper is scarce, so write with much care
The quick fox jumped on the sleeping cat
The nozzle of the fire hose was bright brass
Screw the round cap on as tight as needed
Time brings us many changes
The purple tie was ten years old
Men think and plan and sometimes act
Fill the ink jar with sticky glue
He smoke a big pipe with strong contents
We need grain to keep our mules healthy
Pack the records in a neat thin case
The crunch of feet in the snow was the only sound
The copper bowl shone in the sun's rays
Boards will warp unless kept dry
The plush chair leaned against the wall
Glass will clink when struck by metal
Bathe and relax in the cool green grass
Nine rows of soldiers stood in a line
The beach is dry and shallow at low tide
The idea is to sew both edges straight
The kitten chased the dog down the street
Pages bound in cloth make a book
Try to trace the fine lines of the painting
Women form less than half of the group
The zones merge in the central part of town
A gem in the rough needs work to polish
Code is used when secrets are sent
Most of the news is easy for us to hear
He used the lathe to make brass objects
The vane on top of the pole revolved in the wind
Mince pie is a dish served to children
The clan gathered on each dull night
Let it burn, it gives us warmth and comfort
A castle built from sand fails to endure
A child's wit saved the day for us
Tack the strip of carpet to the worn floor
Next Tuesday we must vote
Pour the stew from the pot into the plate
Each penny shone like new
The man went to the woods to gather sticks
The dirt piles were lines along the road
The logs fell and tumbled into the clear stream
Just hoist it up and take it away
A ripe plum is fit for a king's palate
Our plans right now are hazy
Brass rings are sold by these natives
It takes a good trap to capture a bear
Feed the white mouse some flower seeds
The thaw came early and freed the stream
He took the lead and kept it the whole distance
The key you designed will fit the lock
Plead to the council to free the poor thief
Better hash is made of rare beef
This plank was made for walking on 
The lake sparkled in the red hot sun
He crawled with care along the ledge
Tend the sheep while the dog wanders
It takes a lot of help to finish these
Mark the spot with a sign painted red
Take two shares as a fair profit
The fur of cats goes by many names
North winds bring colds and fevers
He asks no person to vouch for him
Go now and come here later
A sash of gold silk will trim her dress
Soap can wash most dirt away
That move means the game is over
He wrote down a long list of items
A siege will crack the strong defense
Grape juice and water mix well
Roads are paved with sticky tar
Fake stones shine but cost little
The drip of the rain made a pleasant sound
Smoke poured out of every crack
Serve the hot rum to the tired heroes
Much of the story makes good sense
The sun came up to light the eastern sky
Heave the line over the port side
A lathe cuts and trims any wood
It's a dense crowd in two distinct ways
His hip struck the knee of the next player
The stale smell of old beer lingers
The desk was firm on the shaky floor
It takes heat to bring out the odor
Beef is scarcer than some lamb
Raise the sail and steer the ship northward
A cone costs five cents on Mondays
A pod is what peas always grow in
Jerk that dart from the cork target
No cement will hold hard wood
We now have a new base for shipping
A list of names is carved around the base
The sheep were led home by a dog
Three for a dime, the young peddler cried
The sense of smell is better than that of touch
No hardship seemed to make him sad
Grace makes up for lack of beauty
Nudge gently but wake her now
The news struck doubt into restless minds
Once we stood beside the shore
A chink in the wall allowed a draft to blow
Fasten two pins on each side
A cold dip restores health and zest
He takes the oath of office each March
The sand drifts over the sills of the old house
The point of the steel pen was bent and twisted
There is a lag between thought and act
Seed is needed to plant the spring corn
Draw the chart with heavy black lines
The boy owed his pal thirty cents
The chap slipped into the crowd and was lost
Hats are worn to tea and not to dinner
The ramp led up to the wide highway
Beat the dust from the rug onto the lawn
Say it slowly but make it ring clear
The straw nest housed five robins
Screen the porch with woven straw mats
This horse will nose his way to the finish
The dry wax protects the deep scratch
He picked up the dice for a second roll
These coins will be needed to pay his debt
The nag pulled the frail cart along
Twist the valve and release hot steam
The vamp of the shoe had a gold buckle
The smell of burned rags itches my nose
New pants lack cuffs and pockets
The marsh will freeze when cold enough
They slice the sausage thin with a knife
The bloom of the rose lasts a few days
A gray mare walked before the colt
Breakfast buns are fine with a hot drink
Bottles hold four kinds of rum
The man wore a feather in his felt hat
He wheeled the bike past the winding road
Drop the ashes on the worn old rug
The desk and both chairs were painted tan
Throw out the used paper cup and plate
A clean neck means a neat collar
The couch cover and hall drapes were blue
The stems of the tall glasses cracked and broke
The wall phone rang loud and often
The clothes dried on a thin wooden rack
Turn out the lantern which gives us light
The cleat sank deeply into the soft turf
The bills were mailed promptly on the tenth of the month
To have is better than to wait and hope
The price is fair for a good antique clock
The music played on while they talked
Dispense with a vest on a day like this
The bunch of grapes was pressed into wine
He sent the figs, but kept the ripe cherries
The hinge on the door creaked with old age
The screen before the fire kept in the sparks
Fly by night and you waste little time
Thick glasses helped him read the print
Birth and death marks the limits of life
The chair looked strong but had no bottom
The kite flew wildly in the high wind
A fur muff is stylish once more
The tin box held priceless stones
We need an end of all such matter
The case was puzzling to the old and wise
The bright lanterns were gay on the dark lawn
We don't get much money but we have fun
The youth drove with zest, but little skill
Five years he lived with a shaggy dog
A fence cuts through the corner lot
The way to save money is not to spend much
Shut the hatch before the waves push it in
The odor of spring makes young hearts jump
Crack the walnut with your sharp side teeth
He offered proof in the form of a large chart
Send the stuff in a thick paper bag
A quart of milk is water for the most part
They told wild tales to frighten him
The three story house was built of stone
In the rear of the ground floor was a large passage
A man in a blue sweater sat at the desk
Oats are a food eaten by horse and man
Their eyelids droop for want of sleep
A sip of tea revives his tired friend
There are many ways to do these things
Tuck the sheet under the edge of the mat
A force equal to that would move the earth
We like to see clear weather
The work of the tailor is seen on each side
Take a chance and win a china doll
Shake the dust from your shoes, stranger
She was kind to sick old people
The square wooden crate was packed to be shipped
The dusty bench stood by the stone wall
We dress to suit the weather of most days
Smile when you say nasty words
A bowl of rice is free with chicken stew
The water in this well is a source of good health
Take shelter in this tent, but keep still
That guy is the writer of a few banned books
The little tales they tell are false
The door was barred, locked, and bolted as well
Ripe pears are fit for a queen's table
A big wet stain was on the round carpet
The kite dipped and swayed, but stayed aloft
The pleasant hours fly by much too soon
The room was crowded with a wild mob
This strong arm shall shield your honor
She blushed when he gave her a white orchid
The beetle droned in the hot June sun
Press the pedal with your left foot
Neat plans fail without luck
The black trunk fell from the landing
The bank pressed for payment of the debt
The theft of the pearl pin was kept secret
Shake hands with this friendly child
The vast space stretched into the far distance
A rich farm is rare in this sandy waste
His wide grin earned many friends
Flax makes a fine brand of paper
Hurdle the pit with the aid of a long pole
A strong bid may scare your partner stiff
Even a just cause needs power to win
Peep under the tent and see the clowns
The leaf drifts along with a slow spin
Cheap clothes are flashy but don't last
A thing of small note can cause despair
Flood the mails with requests for this book
A thick coat of black paint covered all
The pencil was cut to be sharp at both ends
Those last words were a strong statement
He wrote his name boldly at the top of the sheet
Dill pickles are sour but taste fine
Down that road is the way to the grain farmer
Either mud or dust are found at all times
The best method is to fix it in place with clips
If you mumble your speech will be lost
At night the alarm roused him from a deep sleep
Read just what the meter says
Fill your pack with bright trinkets for the poor
The small red neon lamp went out
Clams are small, round, soft, and tasty
The fan whirled its round blades softly
The line where the edges join was clean
Breathe deep and smell the piny air
It matters not if he reads these words or those
A brown leather bag hung from its strap
A toad and a frog are hard to tell apart
A white silk jacket goes with any shoes
A break in the dam almost caused a flood
Paint the sockets in the wall dull green
The child crawled into the dense grass
Bribes fail where honest men work
Trample the spark, else the flames will spread
The hilt of the sword was carved with fine designs
A round hole was drilled through the thin board
Footprints showed the path he took up the beach
She was waiting at my front lawn
A vent near the edge brought in fresh air
Prod the old mule with a crooked stick
It is a band of steel three inches wide
The pipe ran almost the length of the ditch
It was hidden from sight by a mass of leaves and shrubs
The weight of the package was seen on the high scale
Wake and rise, and step into the green outdoors
The green light in the brown box flickered
The brass tube circled the high wall
The lobes of her ears were pierced to hold rings
Hold the hammer near the end to drive the nail
Next Sunday is the twelfth of the month
Every word and phrase he speaks is true
He put his last cartridge into the gun and fired
They took their kids from the public school
Drive the screw straight into the wood
Keep the hatch tight and the watch constant
Sever the twine with a quick snip of the knife
Paper will dry out when wet
Slide the catch back and open the desk
Help the weak to preserve their strength
A sullen smile gets few friends
Stop whistling and watch the boys march
Jerk the cord, and out tumbles the gold
Slide the tray across the glass top
The cloud moved in a stately way and was gone
Light maple makes for a swell room
Set the piece here and say nothing
Dull stories make her laugh
A stiff cord will do to fasten your shoe
Get the trust fund to the bank early
Choose between the high road and the low
A plea for funds seems to come again
He lent his coat to the tall gaunt stranger
There is a strong chance it will happen once more
The duke left the park in a silver coach
Greet the new guests and leave quickly
When the frost has come it is time for turkey
Sweet words work better than fierce
A thin stripe runs down the middle
A six comes up more often than a ten
Lush ferns grow on the lofty rocks
The ram scared the school children off
The team with the best timing looks good
The farmer swapped his horse for a brown ox
Sit on the perch and tell the others what to do
A steep trail is painful for our feet
The early phase of life moves fast
Green moss grows on the northern side
Tea in thin china has a sweet taste
Pitch the straw through the door of the stable
The latch on the back gate needed a nail
The goose was brought straight from the old market
The sink is the thing in which we pile dishes
A whiff of it will cure the most stubborn cold
The facts don't always show who is right
She flaps her cape as she parades the street
The loss of the cruiser was a blow to the fleet
Loop the braid to the left and then over
Plead with the lawyer to drop the lost cause
Calves thrive on tender spring grass
Post no bills on this office wall
Tear a thin sheet from the yellow pad
A cruise in warm waters in a sleek yacht is fun
A streak of color ran down the left edge
It was done before the boy could see it
Crouch before you jump or miss the mark
Pack the kits and don't forget the salt
The square peg will settle in the round hole
Fine soap saves tender skin
Poached eggs and tea must suffice
Bad nerves are jangled by a door slam
Ship maps are different from those for planes
Dimes showered down from all sides
They sang the same tunes at each party
The sky in the west is tinged with orange red
The pods of peas ferment in bare fields
The horse balked and threw the tall rider
The hitch between the horse and cart broke
Pile the coal high in the shed corner
A gold vase is both rare and costly
The knife was hung inside its bright sheath
The rarest spice comes from the far East
The roof should be tilted at a sharp slant
A smatter of French is worse than none
The mule trod the treadmill day and night
The aim of the contest is to raise a great fund
To send it now in large amounts is bad
There is a fine hard tang in salty air
Cod is the main business of the north shore
The slab was hewn from heavy blocks of slate
Dunk the stale biscuits into strong drink
Hang tinsel from both branches
Cap the jar with a tight brass cover
The poor boy missed the boat again
Be sure to set that lamp firmly in the hole
Pick a card and slip it under the pack
A round mat will cover the dull spot
The first part of the plan needs changing
A good book informs of what we ought to know
The mail comes in three batches per day
You cannot brew tea in a cold pot
Dots of light betrayed the black cat
Put the chart on the mantel and tack it down
The night shift men rate extra pay
The red paper brightened the dim stage
See the player scoot to third base
Slide the bill between the two leaves
Many hands help get the job done
We don't like to admit our small faults
No doubt about the way the wind blows
Dig deep in the earth for pirate's gold
The steady drip is worse than a drenching rain
A flat pack takes less luggage space
Green ice frosted the punch bowl
A stuffed chair slipped from the moving van
The stitch will serve but needs to be shortened
A thin book fits in the side pocket
The gloss on top made it unfit to read
The hail pattered on the burnt brown grass
Seven seals were stamped on great sheets
Our troops are set to strike heavy blows
The store was jammed before the sale could start
It was a bad error on the part of the new judge
One step more and the board will collapse
Take the match and strike it against your shoe
The pot boiled but the contents failed to jell
The baby puts his right foot in his mouth
The bombs left most of the town in ruins
Stop and stare at the hard working man
The streets are narrow and full of sharp turns
The pup jerked the leash as he saw a feline shape
Open your book to the first page
Fish evade the net and swim off
Dip the pail once and let it settle
Will you please answer that phone
The big red apple fell to the ground
The curtain rose and the show was on
The young prince became heir to the throne
He sent the boy on a short errand
Leave now and you will arrive on time
The corner store was robbed last night
A gold ring will please most any girl
The long journey home took a year
She saw a cat in the neighbor's house
A pink shell was found on the sandy beach
Small children came to see him
The grass and bushes were wet with dew
The blind man counted his old coins
A severe storm tore down the barn
She called his name many times
When you hear the bell, come quickly