badly tuned

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A device that is not correctly adjusted to a signal, causing interference.

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Examples (10)

  • He heard everything through a screen of interference, like on a badly tuned radio.
  • The old television was badly tuned, showing a blurry picture.
  • If your instrument is badly tuned, the music will sound discordant.
  • She complained that her car engine was badly tuned, causing it to stall frequently.
  • Despite his efforts, the amateur mechanic left the carburetor badly tuned.
  • A badly tuned antenna can lead to a weak signal reception.
  • The sound system was so badly tuned that the bass was overwhelming.
  • You can't expect a good performance from a badly tuned violin.
  • Their communication device was badly tuned, resulting in constant static.
  • The concert began with an orchestra whose instruments were noticeably badly tuned.