Pronunciation: /ˈrʌsəl/
noun a soft, muffled crackling sound made by the movement of dry leaves or paper
A1 I heard a rustle in the bushes.
A2 The rustle of leaves in the wind was soothing.
B1 The rustle of paper filled the room as students flipped through their notes.
B2 The rustle of the curtains in the breeze added to the ambiance of the room.
C1 The rustle of the trees in the forest created a peaceful atmosphere.
C2 The subtle rustle of fabric as she moved added to her elegance.
verb make a soft, muffled crackling sound
A1 I heard the leaves rustle in the wind.
A2 The paper rustled as I moved it on the desk.
B1 She rustled through her bag to find her keys.
B2 The curtains rustled softly in the breeze.
C1 The trees rustled as the storm approached.
C2 The sound of the rustling leaves filled the forest.
formal The rustle of the leaves in the wind could be heard from a distance.
informal I heard a rustle in the bushes and got scared.
slang I saw him rustle through his pockets looking for his keys.
figurative The rustle of excitement could be felt in the air as the concert was about to start.
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