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Definition
Rumble; a booming or roaring sound, such as thunder or gunfire.
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How it's used
Onomatopoeia for deep, resonant, and continuous low frequency sounds. It is most frequently paired with thunder or heavy machinery, evoking a sense of power or distance. Unlike sharper sounds, it implies a vibration that can be felt as much as heard.
Examples
There is a rumbling of thunder coming from afar.
Have you heard the rumbling sound outside yet?
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Grammar guides
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