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as in loud
marked by a high volume of sound
a roaring party that annoyed the neighbors mightily
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as in thriving
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
the roaring mining town attracted job seekers eager to share in the boom
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as in very
to a great degree
we had a roaring good time at the party
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as in growling
to make a long loud deep noise or cry
the car's engine roared as it sped away
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as in shouting
to speak so as to be heard at a distance
when we arrived at the house we could hear our friend roaring at someone inside, so we discreetly left
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as in laughing
to show mirth with an explosive vocal sound
a madcap comedy that had movie audiences roaring all summer long
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Recent Examples of roaring
Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2025
The 89-year-old child psychologist transformed a corner of the conservative movement into a roaring political force that shaped the national conversation and became the de facto base of the modern Republican Party that embraced performative piety as a precondition for viability.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 21 Aug. 2025
Jeffrey S. Solochek, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
Thousands had filled the arena, roaring with anticipation.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
In fact, it’s been extensively covered as the fiber art with perhaps the biggest roaring comeback, particularly during COVID.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2025
The 89-year-old child psychologist transformed a corner of the conservative movement into a roaring political force that shaped the national conversation and became the de facto base of the modern Republican Party that embraced performative piety as a precondition for viability.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
Subjects that appeared to have no legs, such as cursive writing and another round of union limitations, came roaring back to life in the waning hours.
—Jeffrey S. Solochek, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
Thousands had filled the arena, roaring with anticipation.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roaring
Adjective
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The loudest moment of the night came at the 12-minute mark when Purdue’s bench and its huge contingent of yellow and black clad fans erupted as senior point guard Braden Smith made history with his 1,077th career assist, breaking the 33-year-old NCAA record set in 1993 by Duke’s Bobby Hurley.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Mar. 2026
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Traditional supersonic aircraft generate loud sonic booms that have long restricted commercial flights over land.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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Tushar Pandya, who transformed a small business area on Sauk Trail into a thriving multibusiness enterprise.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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From a thriving artisanal craft tradition to a slate of luxury hospitality openings, Mallorca has a lot to offer these days to debunk its onetime reputation as a bland resort outpost.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
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After all, a sandy dance floor calls for a very different footwear strategy than a reception set atop a stone terrace—if shoes are required at all.—
Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
22 Mar. 2026
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The start of the day seemed very normal to me.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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But the innocent visit turns ugly when Alice keeps growling at a wall.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
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Then, while there was still enough light to see them plainly, the two came stalking out of the brush, growling and muttering.—
Doris DeCleene,
Outdoor Life,
25 Feb. 2026
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An employee at the Xalapa vehicle impound lot, where the truck was taken, told The Associated Press that the trailer had been stopped about 28 miles southeast of the city and that hours after arriving at the lot, workers began to hear shouting and banging coming from inside.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Quinlan is proud protesters have ignored MAGA supporters who have driven past, waving flags, honking horns and shouting insults during previous events.—
Steve Metsch,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Dotonbori district is so alive and vibrant at night, with all kinds of street vendors, people laughing in the street, and these fun, glowing party boats going by in the canals.—
Matt Bomer,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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When his star player scored a goal and pointed to his wife and baby out in the stands, Petzold burst out laughing.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
23 Mar. 2026
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That didn’t stop the Chicago Blackhawks from giving Bears coach Ben Johnson a shoutout — one that was met with a deafening roar from the United Center.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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That exchange incited a deafening roar from the more than 10,000 fans in attendance.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
21 Mar. 2026
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The booming resale sector has evolved into a fierce battleground shaped by consolidation — most recently including Ebay’s acquisition of Depop — and sharper positioning, via a wave of fee resets and leadership shifts.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
24 Mar. 2026
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Larson has a booming speaking voice.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Roaring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roaring. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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