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acoustic

[uh-koo-stik] / əˈku stɪk /


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The following track, “Death Wish,” is about the torment of a new love gone bad, and it unfolds over plucked acoustic guitars and a distant bass drum that sounds like a heartbeat.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

After getting a pep talk from Ted Lasso and his assistant coach Beard, Bieber changed the pace of the otherwise energetic performances with an acoustic guitar version of 'Everything Hallelujah'.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

Suggested causes include acoustic pollution from human activity, naturally occurring environmental sounds and conspiracy theories involving the CIA or even aliens.

From Science Daily Jul. 19, 2026

Federal agents have radar, acoustic sensors to detect the distinct noise signature of a drone’s motors and propellers and thermal and optical detection.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 18, 2026

Being near an acoustic instrument or speakers offers the greatest benefit from the sound.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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