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6 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Muffle' in a Sentence

"To cover or wrap something in order to reduce or block the sound, as exemplified by muffling drums." more

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The librarian asked the students to muffle their whispers in the quiet reading area.
The old library's walls helped muffle outside noises.
Before entering the library, he had muffled his footsteps to surprise his friend.
The fluffy pillows helped muffle the sounds in the quiet library.
The library requested patrons to muffle their conversations for a quiet atmosphere.
As the librarian closes the door, she will have been muffling the sounds of patrons in the reading area.

Muffle

muhf-uhl
verbTo cover or wrap something in order to reduce or block the sound, as exemplified by muffling drums.

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Last Updated On: June 27, 2024
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