ear-splitting
Example Sentences
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A fiery crack of red and gold explodes above a village in China's pyrotechnics hub of Liuyang, where residents are accustomed to ear-splitting fireworks tests year-round.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
The reveal sparked ear-splitting celebrations from the audience in the room.
From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026
This was a scrapfest of a game played in front of an ear-splitting crowd packed with Purdue fans who made their way up from Indiana.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2024
The ear-splitting ovation he received during pregame introductions had Ford Field shaking.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2024
He crouched low to the ground, tensed and ready, and uttered a high, ear-splitting scream; and, as the startled cub turned, the cat sprang.
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
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