deafen

Example Sentences

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In these circumstances, the deafening buzz of the everyday finally reduces to a faint, pleasant hum.

From Salon

Taking to the ice last to a deafening roar from the crowd in a shimmering all-black costume featuring gold details the skater known as the 'Quad God' was in difficultly early in his programme.

From Barron's

There was a blinding flash of white light followed by a deafening explosion that shook the house.

From Literature

Italy, as the host nation, marched in last to deafening applause and cheers from the crowd in Milan.

From Los Angeles Times

On this February day, only the wind broke the deafening silence, whipping across the scattering of small colourful houses.

From Barron's