Collocations of deaf

deafening silence
Frequency: 70 %

After the announcement, there was a deafening silence in the room.

deafening noise
Frequency: 60 %

The construction site was filled with deafening noise from the machinery.

deafening thunder
Frequency: 50 %

The storm brought deafening thunder and lightning.

deafening roar
Frequency: 45 %

The deafening roar of the crowd could be heard from miles away.

deafening applause
Frequency: 35 %

The performance received deafening applause from the audience.

Idiomatic Expressions for deaf

  • Phrase: deaf as a post
    Meaning: completely unable to hear
    Usage: He's as deaf as a post, so you'll have to speak louder if you want him to hear you.