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rumble

[ruhm-buhl] / ˈrʌm bəl /
VERB
growl, thunder
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The plant’s low rumble reverberated across the surrounding desert, unusually green from a recent rain.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

It swoops down playfully in “A Black Song,” over a swung rumble of drumbeats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

It's followed by the heavier rumble of the larger refuelling aircraft that will join its mission - hunting down Iranian drones.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Replacement forwards Nick Timoney and Michael Milne both crossed to raise concerns amongst the home fans that Ireland could rumble up a head of steam and make a fist of things.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Even tough people froze in panic when a rumble of thunder reminded them of an earthquake.

From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis




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