ear-splitting
Example Sentences
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A fiery crack of red and gold explodes above a village in China's pyrotechnics hub of Liuyang, where residents are accustomed to ear-splitting fireworks tests year-round.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
In an remarkable, ear-splitting atmosphere, Marchand achieved the rare feat of winning two golds in the same swimming session.
From BBC • Jul. 31, 2024
This was a scrapfest of a game played in front of an ear-splitting crowd packed with Purdue fans who made their way up from Indiana.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2024
That ear-splitting record will be in jeopardy Sunday when the Lions host a playoff game for the first time in 30 years, one loaded with compelling story lines.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2024
And in one ear-splitting moment, the molasses tank had exploded apart.
From "I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919" by Lauren Tarshis
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