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 'wall of sound' South Stand amplified the already ear-splitting pandemonium, and a sea of camera lights added to the spectacle.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2025
The roar after Londynn Jones hit her first three-pointer to put the Bruins up 47-41 with 7:17 remaining in the third quarter was ear-splitting on the floor.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2025
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
An ear-splitting crack -and they were overwhelmed by roaring whiteness.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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