
Murmur
Quiet Conversation
Used when people speak in hushed tones, where the content is not the focus.

In the library, there's a constant murmur of students studying.
Background Noise
Describes sounds that are not loud enough to be clearly heard.

During the meeting, a murmur filled the room as attendees discussed the presentation.
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