blaring

word · lemma: blare

Definition

Making a very loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound, often used to describe music, alarms, or voices.

Usage & Nuances

'Blaring' is typically negative and associated with discomfort. Common with 'blaring music', 'blaring horns', or 'blaring siren'. Rarely used for pleasant sounds. Mostly used in informal or descriptive contexts.

Example Sentences

The blaring music kept me awake all night.

basic

The car alarm is blaring outside.

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He covered his ears because of the blaring siren.

basic

I can't think straight with the TV blaring like that.

natural

We walked past a club with music blaring out into the street.

natural

I woke up to birds blaring outside my window—welcome to city life.

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