deafen
Example Sentences
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She was hard of hearing in one ear, no doubt deafened by her own screaming.
From Literature
Torak’s new reed cape crackled like dead leaves; even his breath sounded deafening.
From Literature
Despite Evy’s mother growing less responsive each day, the house’s quiet feels deafening — the distinctly hollow sound of silence filling the place where life should be.
From Salon
It is deafeningly loud, but parents said they are willing to sacrifice privacy and quiet so their children won’t feel afraid and isolated.
The fan experience was highlighted by a memorable and deafening 2009 final at Dodger Stadium featured a Japan victory over South Korea in a game that many observers said was the loudest they ever attended.
From Los Angeles Times
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