muffler

noun

Definition of mufflernext
1
as in quieter

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as in fender

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Recent Examples of muffler Prosecutors also allege that McKee used a firearm with a muffler, according to a copy of the grand jury indictment obtained by PEOPLE. — Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026 Even the life-sized giraffe even got dressed for the season with a ribbon muffler. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025 This can be done at a muffler shop or at a local NICB catalytic converter event. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025 Wall-to-wall carpet puts a muffler on all that. — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for muffler
Recent Examples of Synonyms for muffler
  1. softener
  2. fender
  3. damper
  4. bumper
  5. cushion
  6. baffle
  7. buffer
Noun
  • Another addition to consider is a water softener in your shower head.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 10 July 2026
  • Add a cup of white vinegar directly into the drum without any detergent or softener.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026
Definition of softener
Noun
  • Unlike my original e-bike, the Huffy includes metal fenders, a metal chain guard, and a battery that can charge in or out of the bike - all for a third of the price of my old bike.
    — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Slash-cut vents at the top of the fenders reduce pressure inside the arches and increase airflow through the radiators.
    — Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 22 July 2026
Definition of fender
Noun
  • If the damper cannot be closed, people should consider using a fan.
    — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 17 July 2026
  • Also optional is the near-magical Active Ride suspension, which combines hydraulic dampers and electric motors to control unwanted body motions to an astounding degree.
    — Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026
Definition of damper
Noun
  • The Equinox driver then lost control and veered hard to the left, striking the rear passenger side bumper of a 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse that was in the center lane, state police said.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2026
  • Oil prices were higher on Friday, firmly on track to register bumper weekly gains.
    — Sam Meredith,Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 17 July 2026
Definition of bumper
Noun
  • Eileen Tyrrell, a 27-year-old bookseller, pulled the cushions off her couch to arrange makeshift seating in her Brooklyn apartment.
    — Grey Battle, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
  • While prices continue to rise about 2% to 3% year-over-year, that inflation cushion for the industry is no longer enough to keep overall sales growing.
    — Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 16 July 2026
Definition of cushion
Noun
  • Another shopper used the baffle to address their mice problem.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • Help keep predators like cats and raccoons away by adding a metal baffle or predator guard under the house.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Definition of baffle
Noun
  • If your ambition strains your calendar, map the work in blocks and protect a buffer.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
  • Portions of the road through unincorporated Lemon HIll, South Oak Park and North and South City Farms have four traffic lanes, a central turn lane and bike lanes without buffers separating bicyclists from traffic.
    — Madison Smalstig July 16, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of buffer

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