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as in roar
loud, confused, and usually inharmonious sound
the incessant noise of traffic on Fifth Avenue made normal conversation impossible
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
there's been a lot of noise that the stock is ready to skyrocket, but I'll believe it when I see it
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Recent Examples of noise
In other words, what is usually seen as noise became a tool for controlling memory.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 Apr. 2026
These are not lost works, but underseen ones — films that traveled well below the industry’s noise line and yet managed to settle in, especially in the South, where audiences recognized the people on screen without needing them explained.
—Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 4 Apr. 2026
But for 35 years Heat fans have stood up and made plenty of noise when Baiamonte summons them.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Billerica is looking to make noise.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
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Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 Apr. 2026
These are not lost works, but underseen ones — films that traveled well below the industry’s noise line and yet managed to settle in, especially in the South, where audiences recognized the people on screen without needing them explained.
—Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 4 Apr. 2026
But for 35 years Heat fans have stood up and made plenty of noise when Baiamonte summons them.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Billerica is looking to make noise.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for noise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noise
Noun
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The same phenomenon happens with police sirens, ambulance alarms, or the roar of an airplane.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
3 Apr. 2026
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Records say the sound created a deafening roar across Copenhagen.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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For husky owners, the incident served as a reminder that, while the breed is beloved for its personality, those operatic howls can sometimes cause real-world misunderstandings—even police visits.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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In response to howls of protest, the commission has agreed to a 180-day moratorium on severing the ties with PBS.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding mania has continued to peak in recent days as rumors swirl that the couple have cemented their wedding date, guest list, and venue for a summer celebration.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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On Tuesday, Batula and Wilson released a joint statement confirming their new relationship after weeks of rumors claiming that their friendship had turned romantic.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The snake struck and shook its tail to protect itself, releasing its notorious rattle warning.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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Most people initially become aware of the reptiles by hearing their rattles, which the snakes use to try to scare off aggressors or to distract prey.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Like all the best restaurants in Rome, Piatto Romano welcomes a steady stream of Italians for lunch and dinner, who fill the restaurant with chatter and laughter.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The chatter around streaming bots grew noticeably louder in August 2025, when a prison phone call between Young Thug and an unidentified associate leaked online.—
Kyle Eustice,
VIBE.com,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Team parents were staying at our hotel where there was a commotion in the lobby.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Crystal Police Department said between 75 and 150 children caused the commotion at Becker Park earlier this week.—
Anthony Bettin,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Noise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noise. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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