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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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Again, rodeo supporters and opponents lined up at the microphone to speak.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

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

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

“We didn’t cave, you guys,” Jake said into the nearest microphone.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein




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