Thesaurus results for MUFFLER

muffler

noun

Definition of muffler

as in quieter

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Recent Examples of muffler That’s the quick-lube place, the muffler place, the paint-and-body place, and the windshield place—all under one Charlotte roof. — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 23 July 2026 The bill also clarifies that only those powered by liquid fuel, such as gasoline, require a muffler. — Madison Smalstig july 18, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026 The man removes his muffler to reveal a face painted half in red, and half in black. — John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026 Police made four arrests and issued 61 citations, including 16 specifically for loud mufflers. — Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for muffler

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Noun

That might mean treating the water with a softener, periodically removing buildup from your fixtures and hair or simply living with a little extra scale around the faucet.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026
So, the researchers treated them with glycerol, which works as a softener.

— Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of softener

Noun

The 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport is getting a slew of significant upgrades, including more ride height, more aggressive fender flares, and some cute amber running lights above the grille.

— Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 9 Sep. 2026
The protective fenders on the new bridge will be larger than a football field.

— Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of fender

Noun

While his teammates and coaches gazed in awe at his numbers postgame, Lloyd put a little damper on them himself.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026
Bimota retunes the Balance Free Fork with a low spring rate, firmer compression damping, and softer rebound, while the rear damper can adjust up to 30 millimeters with an eccentric bolt.

— Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of damper

Noun

Helped by the single-cab Land Cruiser 79 up front, the entire EX 270 vehicle measures 580 cm (228 in) from bumper to bumper, shorter than many of the camper vans displayed prominently throughout multiple Caravan Salon halls.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026
After that, the ball belonged to the machine, zinging and zooming wherever the bumpers sent it.

— John Dickerson, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of bumper

Noun

Either way, the equity cushion is thin, and the market now has to earn its gains through profits rather than multiples.

— Michael Santoli, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026
The city also installs dozens of speed cushions each month, in addition to other traffic-calming and pedestrian-safety measures.

— D. Alex Quistberg, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of cushion

Noun

Two panels along the upper and lower body of the Hubble can also be removed to expose the mirrors, as well as the central baffle that directs the light from stars and galaxies to the observatory’s instruments and primary mirror.

— Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026
Another shopper used the baffle to address their mice problem.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

Definition of baffle

Noun

Maxar | Maxar | Getty Images Ample global inventories and stockpiles have historically acted as a crucial buffer to keep a lid on oil prices during previous crises.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026
However, any sense of security that three-year buffer may have offered was a mirage; Newcastle recognised that, with Hall having so many admirers across Europe, extending his contract had to be an immediate post-window priority.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of buffer

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