noise pollution
noun
: annoying or harmful noise (as of automobiles or jet airplanes) in an environment
Examples of noise pollution in a Sentence
The airport has made changes to decrease noise pollution.
Recent Examples on the Web
Critics of the Chinchero airport say its construction is endangering ancient Incan archaeological sites, as activists voice concerns that the noise pollution from the planes and subsequent traffic will cause irreparable damage to the fragile environment.
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Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2024
Some of these noises are being piped directly into our ears (thank you, ear pods!), but others are a product of noise pollution.
—Amy Paturel, WIRED, 24 Mar. 2024
Low-quality housing can also affect a person’s health through exposure to toxins such as lead and asbestos, noise pollution and harsh weather elements.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2024
Louisville, Kentucky, was ranked among the top 50 cities with the most noise pollution.
—The Courier-Journal, 16 Mar. 2024
That outsize presence has perpetuated resentment among locals, who have complained of noise pollution, environmental damage and misconduct by U.S. troops.
—Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2024
Rather than use typical race tracks, the innovative, single-seat series constructs its temporary circuits on city streets due to the lack of emissions and noise pollution.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 June 2023
Indeed, studies have linked noise pollution to a range of health problems, including depression and cardiovascular disease.
—Tasha Kleeman, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Mar. 2024
But one possible solution to decrease noise pollution may come as a surprise: introducing more park space in urban environments.
—USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2024
Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2024
Some of these noises are being piped directly into our ears (thank you, ear pods!), but others are a product of noise pollution.
—Amy Paturel, WIRED, 24 Mar. 2024
Low-quality housing can also affect a person’s health through exposure to toxins such as lead and asbestos, noise pollution and harsh weather elements.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2024
Louisville, Kentucky, was ranked among the top 50 cities with the most noise pollution.
—The Courier-Journal, 16 Mar. 2024
That outsize presence has perpetuated resentment among locals, who have complained of noise pollution, environmental damage and misconduct by U.S. troops.
—Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2024
Rather than use typical race tracks, the innovative, single-seat series constructs its temporary circuits on city streets due to the lack of emissions and noise pollution.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 June 2023
Indeed, studies have linked noise pollution to a range of health problems, including depression and cardiovascular disease.
—Tasha Kleeman, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Mar. 2024
But one possible solution to decrease noise pollution may come as a surprise: introducing more park space in urban environments.
—USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2024
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noise pollution
noun
: environmental pollution consisting of annoying or harmful noise (as of automobiles or jet airplanes)
called also sound pollution
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