Some examples of word usage: muffled
1. The sound of the thunder was muffled by the thick clouds overhead.
2. She spoke in a muffled voice, as if she was trying to keep her emotions in check.
3. The music from the party next door was muffled by the closed windows.
4. He wrapped the fragile item in layers of bubble wrap to muffle any potential damage during shipping.
5. The dog's barking was muffled by the soundproofing in the room.
6. She tried to muffle her laughter with her hand, but it still escaped in little bursts.
7. The sound of the traffic was muffled by the noise-cancelling headphones he wore.
8. The warmth of the blanket muffled the chill of the winter night.
9. The actor's emotions were evident in his eyes, even though his words were muffled by the mask he wore.
10. The distant sound of sirens was muffled by the thick fog that blanketed the city.