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as in roar
loud, confused, and usually inharmonious sound
the incessant noise of traffic on Fifth Avenue made normal conversation impossible
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
there's been a lot of noise that the stock is ready to skyrocket, but I'll believe it when I see it
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Recent Examples of noise
Rabbi Arianna Gordon was inside when the noise echoed through the synagogue, followed by an order to shelter in place.
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Nouran Salahieh, CNN Money, 14 Mar. 2026
Better yet, some noise-reduction strategies can actually enhance your space’s beauty.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
The noise-cancelling mic also ensures that your voice is clear during calls.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
That noise attracted the gobbler, who walked over to see what was going on.
—Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
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Nouran Salahieh, CNN Money, 14 Mar. 2026
Better yet, some noise-reduction strategies can actually enhance your space’s beauty.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
The noise-cancelling mic also ensures that your voice is clear during calls.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
That noise attracted the gobbler, who walked over to see what was going on.
—Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for noise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noise
Noun
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At the end of every episode, the SXSW audience let out a roar that seemed to get louder each time.—
Jada Yuan,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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Before any roar from the crowd at Austin’s Paramount Theatre, the Hall of Fame has a tradition in the walk-up to SXSW, lauding the Lone Star state’s most platinum in cinema at The Texas Film Awards, who are then inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Aquilla Sadalla’s wordless vocals, a gorgeous swell of howls and heaves, complement the arrangement without becoming the focal point.—
Mark Richardson,
Pitchfork,
3 Feb. 2026
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At about two this morning, the familiar howl of air-raid sirens woke me in the center of Kyiv, followed by the low thuds of anti-aircraft cannons attempting to shoot down Russian drones.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Even at that, Panthers coach Paul Maurice remains adamant all the trade rumors were blown out of proportion in the first place.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Abivax shares rose 15% as rumors re-emerged of a looming takeover bid for the biotech group.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The sound of children playing has given way to the rattle of helium balloons clinging to the memorial for 11-year-old QueenEr’Re Reed.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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If your current carry-on rattles, tips, or barely survives a weekend away, consider this your sign.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones Deal Powered by two processors and eight microphones, the Sony WH-1000XM5 give you industry-leading noise cancellation that effectively eliminates the sound of traffic, office chatter, or airplane engines.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
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The sound rose with laughter, casual chatter and the low hum of a crowd finally allowed to eat.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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No shove, no commotion, no clue.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Multiple people were escorted out of the room amid the commotion.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Noise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noise. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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