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Recent Examples of soundproof
Kate Springer, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Going to space to experience real microgravity is like stepping into a soundproof room.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
In New York there was a black site above a bustling food court, the windows darkened and the rooms soundproofed so that the screaming never reached the people sitting below.
—Lidija Haas, Harper's Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
With a fully soundproof and retractable roof, adaptable pitch, in-seat cooling, and sweeping harbor views from the lively South Terrace, the stadium is a technological standout.
—Kate Springer, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Going to space to experience real microgravity is like stepping into a soundproof room.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
Head to the backside of the library, where architects used glass partitioning and rammed earth to nearly soundproof the space from both Caltrain horns and the children’s area.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
In New York there was a black site above a bustling food court, the windows darkened and the rooms soundproofed so that the screaming never reached the people sitting below.
—Lidija Haas, Harper's Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soundproof
Adjective
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This clear coat creates a waterproof barrier that protects the deck’s surface from UV exposure, moisture damage, rot, mold, and mildew.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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This versatile 2-in-1 pet car seat seamlessly transitions from a secure car seat to a cozy bed, featuring waterproof fabric and adjustable safety belts for worry-free transit.—
Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The independence of central banks in setting rates to control inflation is considered a central tenet of robust economic policy, insulating monetary policymakers from short-term political considerations to focus on longer-term efforts to keep prices stable.—
Kanishka Singh,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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China’s helium supply crunch is a rare vulnerability in what has otherwise been a largely successful push for energy self-sufficiency that has insulated the country from the worst oil crisis in history.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Tunnels are also not truly watertight, requiring drainage measures like sump pumps and creating maintenance and reliability issues, the group advised.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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Shots and goals from fast breaks in the Premier League since 2018-19 Brentford set up to hit Sunderland on counter-attacks, knowing how Le Bris’ side can defend for long periods and are watertight, conceding just three in their past five before coming to south-west London.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The 1984 Olympics had a relatively airtight contract that protected taxpayers, but that’s not the case this time.—
Susan Shelley,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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If De La Cruz is better to his left because Hayes is on his right, the infield should be relatively airtight with second baseman Matt McLain and Spencer Steer, who has quickly become an exceptional defensive first baseman.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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Awabi interprets and expresses algae colors according to her ancestors’ hermetic aesthetics.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
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The mystery deepens when the strangers turn up the ranch owned by the hermetic Kennedy (Thomas M. Wright), who lives alone with his mixed-race son Philomac (Pedrea Jackson).—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Soundproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soundproof. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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