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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

"They did not drown," he said, indicating that the two most likely died from "suffocation, as unfortunately often happens".

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Lyrics drown in the murk of excessive amplification.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“That brainless brother of yours will welcome any reason to miss these last weeks of mouse school. He’d sooner drown than finish the semester.”

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck




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