soundproofing
Americannoun
adjective
Example Sentences
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“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
Covered with soundproofing foam that was never safety tested, it ignites quickly.
From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026
The mini-fireworks were being waved near the basement bar's low wooden ceiling, covered in thin soundproofing fabric, according to the images on social media.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 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
He’s an accountant, and because he sometimes works really late hours during tax season, he had the walls filled with extra insulation for warmth and soundproofing.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
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