Spreading the area of air pressure over the jet staggers the sound waves and decreases the intensity of the boom.

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The embedded speaker system in the Vybe provides crystal clear sound and a control panel to allow for adjustments in the sound volume and intensity of the tactile sensations.

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There are hints in his sound of John Coltrane's intensity and Lester Young's smoky lyricism, but Mr. Lloyd is a thoroughly original voice.

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The terminology used by brewers to describe varying levels of roasting intensity in the malting process tends to sound like words describing sweets: There are malt levels that are bisquity, toasty, caramelly, toffee-like and even chocolaty, Mr. Daniels said.

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The sound is nice enough, but there is none of that intensity.

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Pete Pendle has begun to react when the sound of the first explosion fills the stairwell, stunning her with its intensity.

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