static

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Creating the world's next big gadget -- whether static, handheld, or wearable like earbuds, pendants and brooches -- is something of a holy grail for AI companies.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

There’s a pause before a brief jump scare and a crash cut to static.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

The point is nobody knows who’s winning this thing, and this is healthy for men’s tennis, because it’s gotten static and surprise-deprived.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

The campaign is trying all the tactics — television ads, social media video and static ads, kiosks and billboards.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The reception had little static, as if the radio waves understood the importance of the speech.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie