drowned
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But the praise for the severance packages has largely drowned out the critics.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2026
The sacred silence of formal dining rooms is being drowned out by bowling alleys and frozen-margarita machines.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
Josh Svetz, a Los Angeles writer and music consultant, shared a similar experience, noting laughter during both the film’s intentionally humorous moments and chuckles that drowned out moments of discomfort.
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026
I asked whether he knew the vigil had included testimonies from families in Gaza, which Lenkinski said the protesters had drowned out.
From Slate ● Oct. 15, 2026
Since the sparks just drowned in the slush below, I wasn’t too worried about it spreading.
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
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