droned

Example Sentences

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Then as he droned on like a dentist drill hitting bone, he began to sound like a South Carolina auctioneer at a county fair.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2025

“Now bring it up to your heartspace, connecting to your heart,” she continued, as ambient music droned in the background.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2025

The violins played long notes on high, not unlike the angelic overture to Wagner’s “Lohengrin,” as the horns droned down below.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2023

One day after it got too bizarre, the actors said nothing funny and court proceedings droned on to keep Gladden off their scent.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 4, 2023

The machine droned, and I knew definitely that they were discussing me and steeled myself for the shocks, but was blasted nevertheless.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison