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 4×4 has also been equipped with a bold body kit that includes a more aggressive front fascia, hood scoop, and even larger fender flares.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026
The older Challenger had the perfect proportions, and those front fenders were long and low.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of fender

Noun

This Dodge Charger reboot in Scat Pack form isn’t a cush highway cruiser, but the adaptive dampers keep it from getting skittish over broken Midwest pavement.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 24 Sep. 2026
Fang Cheng Bao Meanwhile, the DiSus-M (Magnetorheological Fluid Damping System) uses magnetorheological (MR) fluid dampers instead of air chambers.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of damper

Noun

The family said the diagnosis likely stems from his racing career — one in which drivers crushed bumpers and raced like gladiators without the safety protections found in the sport now.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026
Two officers, Stefan Carutasu and Dominique Billew, responded and found Blanco standing near a parked car, repeatedly slashing at an area under the bumper.

— Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of bumper

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

This structure buffers portfolio companies from participants’ immediate liquidity needs.

— Nate Heeren, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Earlier this year, tariff refunds provided a temporary cost buffer for Home Depot, but company executives noted that these gains are expected to be offset by unplanned spikes in fuel, energy, and other input costs.

— , CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of buffer

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