drown
Example Sentences
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There’s also plenty of time for more damaging stories to drown out that message.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
"They did not drown," he said, indicating that the two most likely died from "suffocation, as unfortunately often happens".
From Barron's • May 3, 2026
The movie is well-written but haphazardly made, with some choppy editing and a soundtrack of Cheech & Chong original songs that frequently drown out the dialogue to the point of irritation.
From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026
One resident mentioned the sound will drown out the music of the frogs she hears each evening.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
“Yes. She misses us and wanted to come at the last minute, to celebrate our birthday,” I reply as the rain outside shouts louder as if to drown out my lies.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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