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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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“I think I heard someone yodel,” Carpenter said into the microphone.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Hegseth spent most of his time at the microphone praising Trump and God.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

In a world where digital optimization can make just about anyone sound passable on the microphone, a pop singer with personality whose voice actually communicates stands out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Golden songwriter Mark Sonnenblick, who didn't get to speak at all during the ceremony, happily took the microphone and thanked his husband and everybody who worked on the movie, especially the animators.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

It was flanked by two cloth-covered tables with three chairs and one microphone each.

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




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