drowned

Example Sentences

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As Southern California embraces the swell of another packed spring season of festivals and outdoor concerts, BeachLife Festival has found a way to avoid being drowned out — by choosing to ride its own wave.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

The shuffling clatter of domino-shaped ceramic tiles drowned out the women’s laughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

"We didn't know if Mandy was attached to the paddle board or is she unconscious, has she drowned?"

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

But that message was largely drowned out in the online uproar.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Then nearby I hear a loud crash that is quickly drowned out by the rush of wind and dust.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga