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soundproof

[saund-proof] / ˈsaʊndˌpruf /
ADJECTIVE
silent
Synonyms


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He defied recording studio conventions by bringing in natural light through large, soundproof windows instead of working in chambers sealed on all sides.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026

Nosek wore flannel pajamas around the office, munched on fresh blueberries from their plastic clamshell containers, and built a soundproof, blacked-out box to improve his sleep.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026

Adjacent to the resort-style pool, is the fully soundproof studio, which comes complete with high ceilings and natural light, and can be used as a workspace, guest quarters, and more.

From MarketWatch ● May 28, 2026

Initial findings from the investigation suggest the fire at Le Constellation bar began as sparklers attached to champagne bottles ignited soundproof foam that lined the ceiling of the bar's basement, which was packed with people.

From BBC ● Feb. 25, 2026

My head seems insulated with felt, like a soundproof room.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García

The shop also has a confidential, soundproofed office pod at the back of the store where customers can seek personal advice and guidance.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026

At one point, Burnham stopped to play some chords on a guitar next to a Ukrainian soldier in the back of a soundproofed van, an AFP photographer saw.

From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026

In the summer of 2012, prosecutors say, one of those bedrooms was soundproofed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 18, 2026

“I hate this weather,” he says as he peers through a soundproofed window he claims would keep us from hearing two cars smashing into each other right out front.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 28, 2024

One or two of the priests shifted uncomfortably, for “downstairs” meant the cellars below the building: white-tiled rooms with points for anbaric current, soundproofed and well-drained.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman

“The main residence was custom-designed by a musician with advanced soundproofing, and includes a home theater, office, formal living room, and five ensuite bedrooms,” according to the listing.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 23, 2026

Initial findings suggest that the fire was caused by sparklers coming into contact with soundproofing foam installed on the ceiling of the establishment's basement.

From Barron's ● Jan. 10, 2026

The sparks appear to set fire to the ceiling, which was covered with foam for soundproofing, and the flames spread very quickly.

From BBC ● Jan. 4, 2026

Boyd’s defense lawyers contend the analysis proved nothing because Boyd’s truck had soundproofing, making it impossible to accurately record shots fired by Spivey.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 21, 2025

SABIO, BEX: Why am I the only one who understands the concept of soundproofing?

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly


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