Stone deaf

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Hearing Loss

Indicates total hearing loss. It's not just hard of hearing, it's no hearing at all.

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After the explosion, he was left stone deaf.

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Temporary Situation

Can describe a momentary condition, such as after a loud noise.

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The fireworks made me stone deaf for a minute.

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Colloquial Use

Used informally, often exaggerated for effect in everyday conversation.

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Shouting so loud, you'll make me stone deaf!

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