tuning out

Definition of tuning outnext
present participle of tune out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tuning out
Verb
  • The software simulates wind passing over the avatar, computational fluid dynamics calculate how much resistance there is — and how tweaking a skater’s form alters that.
    Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Alarmists will often focus on the negative while passing over potential positive outcomes.
    Jeff Mayhugh, Washington Post, 5 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Juncheng Shang letting it all out and blowing off some steam at the Smash Room at the #DDFTennis Fan Village.
    James Hansen, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
  • This is to help prevent the tank from rupturing or blowing off a valve.
    Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Some designers find success ignoring social media altogether.
    Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
  • But there was no ignoring the visuals that made their way out.
    Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2026
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“Tuning out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tuning%20out. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

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