as in appreciable
heard or able to be heard
Her voice was barely audible over the noise. He let out an audible sigh.
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Recent Examples of audible
Even making a true audible at the line of scrimmage that led to an explosive play.
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Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
The lyric’s power is heightened by the arrangement surrounding it — just Diaz and her acoustic guitar, in a room so silent its settling is nearly audible.
—Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2025
Of all the Belle of Louisville's historic features, one area of the revered steamboat is clearly the most audible.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Oct. 2025
Eventually, audible groans could be heard on the recording.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2025
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Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
The lyric’s power is heightened by the arrangement surrounding it — just Diaz and her acoustic guitar, in a room so silent its settling is nearly audible.
—Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2025
Of all the Belle of Louisville's historic features, one area of the revered steamboat is clearly the most audible.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Oct. 2025
Eventually, audible groans could be heard on the recording.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for audible
Adjective
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Chaos is sorted into appreciable story arcs without diluting its overwhelming effect on our heroes.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
24 Sep. 2025
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There was not a ton of difference appreciable between the winless Fins and the Super Bowl-favorite Bills.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The region has seen the deployment of the National Guard and Marines, the cancellation of public events and a visible chilling effect on the use of local businesses and services.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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During this time, neo-Nazi gangs grew visible at concerts, football matches and in public squares.—
Steve Salter,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Private aviation also saw a noticeable bump there in 2022 as a result of wealthy buyers looking to avoid public transportation.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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Aldi's Thanksgiving meal bundle this year feeds ten people for just $40, a noticeable markdown from last year's deal.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Al-Sudani, who rose to power after that upheaval, insisted his government had taken tangible steps to restore public trust, such as economic progress and political stability.—
Emma Graham,
CNBC,
15 Oct. 2025
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These national figures highlight the tangible effects that immigration policies can have on local communities.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Audible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/audible. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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