soundless
1 Americanadjective
adjective
adjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of soundless1
First recorded in 1595–1605; sound 1 + -less
Origin of soundless2
Example Sentences
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Prosecutors played soundless footage of him that night, wearing a maroon shirt, dark hat, jeans and Converse shoes, and he was transported back to Utah County and formally booked on 12 September.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
Despite our many requests, the Florida Department of Corrections has not gotten him a hearing aid that doesn’t beep loudly in his ears, so he prefers to stay in his own, soundless world.
From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2025
While a friend told Iranian state television that she hit her head on the station’s platform, the soundless footage aired by the broadcaster from outside of the car is blocked by a bystander.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 6, 2023
With outstretched arms, dancers skimmed across the sand like gliding birds, soundless against the pressing wind and somehow soaring without actual wings.
From New York Times ● Aug. 23, 2023
He rose deliberately from his chair and came toward them across the soundless carpet.
From "1984" by George Orwell
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