ominous rumble

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a low, deep, continuous sound that signals danger, such as distant thunder or an earthquake

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Examples (20)

  • A distant, ominous rumble heralded the approaching storm.
  • An ominous rumble of thunder signaled the approaching storm.
  • The villagers heard an ominous rumble from the volcano, fearing an eruption.
  • The distant ominous rumble suggested that a major earthquake was imminent.
  • Below ground, an ominous rumble indicated the presence of heavy machinery.
  • A low, ominous rumble emanated from the volcano, a warning of imminent eruption.
  • The detective noted the ominous rumble of thunder, matching the mood of the grim discovery.
  • The crowd fell silent as an ominous rumble echoed through the stadium.
  • As the ground began to shake, a low, ominous rumble filled the air.
  • She felt a chill down her spine at the ominous rumble that seemed to come from beneath the earth.
  • They felt an ominous rumble in the distance, a prelude to the impending battle.
  • The fighter pilot heard an ominous rumble that he suspected was enemy aircraft.
  • The ancient bridge groaned with an ominous rumble under the weight of the trucks.
  • As the clouds darkened, an ominous rumble grew louder, promising heavy rain.
  • Even before the rain started, an ominous rumble could be heard far away.
  • The old house creaked and groaned, punctuated by an ominous rumble from the basement.
  • The cave-in was preceded by a deep, ominous rumble that echoed through the tunnels.
  • He ignored the ominous rumble of discontent from his colleagues, hoping it would pass.
  • An ominous rumble vibrated through the floorboards, making everyone uneasy.
  • The strange ominous rumble from the abandoned mine had the locals worried.