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sound

[sound] / saʊnd /








VERB
give the impression
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
be real
WEAK


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“Meaning” is the obvious answer, but other loyalties seem important: tone, clarity, the sound and cadence of the original, as well as readability and, in the case of drama, the demands of performance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Aiming for a different, more mature sound wouldn't fit so naturally, Grohl continues.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“Prudential of Japan remains financially sound and able to meet its obligations,” Prudential told Barron’s in an email.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

We’re actually doing a sound project about her for the Holy See pavilion next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

You’ve always liked how thank you in Mvskoke and Tsalagi sound similar, like the words are cousins.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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