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amp

[amp] / æmp /
NOUN
amplifier
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Guitars, as heard on songs like “Opening in the Gate,” often seem like they are plugged directly into the recording console rather than into an amp, emphasizing their buzzy electrical quality rather than room-shaking distortion.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

Constructed of 3D-printed polycarbonate resin and aluminum, with a wide amp frequency range of 20Hz to 25KHz, the object looks less like a speaker and more like a relic of time.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 17, 2026

It was critical for Apple to amp up its social media presence if it wanted to reach a younger demographic.

From Barron's Apr. 10, 2026

Simply use a bit more tomato paste than the recipe calls for to amp up the flavor.

From Salon Feb. 26, 2026

He needed an explosion from Seabiscuit, every amp of his old speed and more.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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