ear-splitting
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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A fiery crack of red and gold explodes above a village in China's pyrotechnics hub of Liuyang, where residents are accustomed to ear-splitting fireworks tests year-round.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
The temporary swimming venue, built in an indoor arena that usually hosts the rugby union team Racing 92, was rocking once more with ear-splitting levels of support as Marchand came home in triumph.
From BBC • Aug. 2, 2024
This was a scrapfest of a game played in front of an ear-splitting crowd packed with Purdue fans who made their way up from Indiana.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2024
The ear-splitting ovation he received during pregame introductions had Ford Field shaking.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2024
The telescreen was giving forth an ear-splitting whistle which continued on the same note for thirty seconds.
From "1984" by George Orwell
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