dynamic range

noun

: the ratio of the strongest to the weakest sound intensity that can be transmitted or reproduced by an audio or broadcasting system

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And both receivers carry HDMI loop-through connections capable of supporting both of the Dolby Vision and HDR10+ premium high dynamic range formats, as well as game-friendly 4K/120Hz feeds and variable refresh rates – including in the AMD FreeSync format. John Archer, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026 The new Air 4 Pro supports high dynamic range (HDR) content via HDR10, a first for the category. Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026 The Eagles’ wide receiver room is starting to house dynamic range: Smith, an all-around No. 1 option; explosive vertical options Wicks and Hollywood Brown; now, Lemon. Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026 GoPro also offers up to 14 stops of dynamic range, which ensures rich detail in both highlights and shadows. New Atlas, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dynamic range

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First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dynamic range was in 1917

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“Dynamic range.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dynamic%20range. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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