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drown

[droun] / draʊn /


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There’s also plenty of time for more damaging stories to drown out that message.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

At highway speeds, wind noise and tire roar will seep in but not enough to drown out conversation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Everywhere he has shown the film, audiences have responded in largely the same way, often laughing so loudly they drown out lines of dialogue.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The movie is well-written but haphazardly made, with some choppy editing and a soundtrack of Cheech & Chong original songs that frequently drown out the dialogue to the point of irritation.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

I thrashed my arms, swallowing water, convinced I was about to drown.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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