sound barrier
Example Sentences
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Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 recently became the first civilian jet to break the sound barrier since the Concorde—a development watched closely by the football league as it considers launching franchises in Europe.
And that boom happens not just when a plane first breaks through the sound barrier; it also trails the jet continuously, like a boat’s wake.
From New York Times
Some hypothesized that the puzzling disturbance might have been the sound of an aircraft breaking the sound barrier.
From Seattle Times
The famed aviator discussed his illustrious career — World War II fighter ace; first man to break the sound barrier; test pilot for many experimental aircraft — and wrapped up by asking for questions.
From Washington Post
Similar devices have been used around the world to crack down on protests or keep wildlife away from airport runways, the group noted, calling the strategy of creating a sound barrier against migrants “disturbing.”
From Washington Post
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