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microphone

[mahy-kruh-fohn] / ˈmaɪ krəˌfoʊn /
NOUN
instrument that transforms sound waves into electric currents
Synonyms
STRONGEST
mic mike
STRONG
WEAK


Example Sentences

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Partway through his spiel, Burns activated the speaker on his iPhone and held it to the microphone so the president could address the crowd.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Aeon is equipped with 21 sensors including cameras, radar, a microphone, and force and torque sensors for manipulation.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Perhaps he should puff out his chest and stop sharing the microphone with his OKC teammates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Matlin went to the podium, while Jason stood out of frame, microphone in hand, to interpret for her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Natalie energetically shoves the microphone into the face of a bearded FBI agent.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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