ambient noise
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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It said: "In addition, however, we are concerned that even moderate ambient noise – staff chatter, footsteps, laughter, and bar service activity – will be directly audible within the studio."
From BBC • Jul. 23, 2025
But no signs emerged of supporters objecting to the error, and the Garcia incident quickly became part of the ambient noise of a campaign that promises to get louder and uglier.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2024
I will have to start wearing noise-canceling earbuds, but that means I will lose out on enjoying the ambient noise of the game.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 28, 2024
They communicate using sounds that create distinct ambient noise in the colony -- like the babble of voices at a lively party.
From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2024
I sign Benefo’s request to Autumn amid the ambient noise.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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