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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


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When the interviewer put the microphone in front of him, McClain described the week: “It’s been very busy, but it’s been really good.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

At an evening reception, Macron took to the microphone and Pashinyan to the drums for a rendition of "La Boheme", the 1965 classic by the late Charles Aznavour, a singer beloved in both countries.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

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

During production, Brantley was on set with a microphone and a monitor so that he could see what the camera was shooting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The man at the microphone began talking excitedly about what a great turnout they had, what a great program they had planned, how well the county department of social services worked .

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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