
Sonic
Sound Focus
Use 'sonic' when discussing aspects of sound, especially in scientific and technical contexts.

The team used sonic technology to locate the shipwreck.
Beyond Human Hearing
'Sonic' can refer to sounds beyond the range of human hearing, such as those used in ultrasound.

Sonic devices can detect movements imperceptible to us.
Speed of Sound
When linked to speed, 'sonic' refers to traveling at or near the speed of sound.

The jet created a sonic boom as it broke the sound barrier.
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