ear-piercing
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of ear-piercing
First recorded in 1595–1605
Example Sentences
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A certain portion of the fanbase do romanticise the ear-piercing sound of the engines from the 1990s and early 2000s.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2025
It could also be called a song cycle that employs ear-piercing rock and, for respite, a welcoming string quartet.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2024
The only construction activity was a truck that dumped loads of crushed rock, making an ear-piercing screech.
From New York Times • May 31, 2023
But in true late-season wildness, SKC captain Johnny Russell cut through the ear-piercing noise and Seattle’s defense for the game-winner in the 79th minute.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2021
I also don’t remember whether Amy Tran has pierced ears or not, so it won’t be an ear-piercing memory.
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
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