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as in peaceful
free from disturbing noise or uproar
left the din of the rock concert and went to a quiet restaurant where we could hear one another talk
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as in muted
not excessively showy
she decided that it would be best to wear a quiet business suit to the job interview
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a quiet interlude as the eye of the storm passed over us
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as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound
a diver who loves to retreat to the quiet world beneath the surface of the sea
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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume
quiet music is generally more relaxing
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as in quietly
without motion
lie quiet and no one will guess you're hiding under the bed
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
sailors enjoying the quiet of a clear evening at sea
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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound
new parents appreciating the blessed quiet that comes when their baby finally falls asleep
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as in to cool
to become still and orderly
the museum docent told the rowdy youngsters to quiet down for the tour
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
quiet a crying toddler with candy
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Recent Examples of quiet
Edward Hirsch, The Atlantic, 22 Dec. 2024
Loading your audio article SAN JOSE — A jury has found a man guilty of voluntary manslaughter for killing an elderly stranger two years ago in a blindside assault spurred by the victim shining a flashlight at him during a chance encounter on a quiet South San Jose street.
—Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 21 Dec. 2024
Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Some of the same companies staying quiet now have spoken up on human-rights issues in other parts of the world.
—Georgi Kantchev, WSJ, 23 Jan. 2022
Chuck Culpepper, Washington Post, 29 July 2024
The neighbor said the early-morning quiet was shattered by the screams of a woman coming from Robinson’s apartment.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2024
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
This combination of quality reporting and fulsome data analysis can guide an investor away from all the noisy, contrived optimism to quiet, accurate realism.
—John S. Tobey, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Perhaps for that reason, he’s written frequently about labor: the quiet dignity of getting something done, the sense of purpose that pulls many of us out of bed each morning, the way that even straightforward little tasks can structure one’s days—one’s life.
—Edward Hirsch, The Atlantic, 22 Dec. 2024
Loading your audio article SAN JOSE — A jury has found a man guilty of voluntary manslaughter for killing an elderly stranger two years ago in a blindside assault spurred by the victim shining a flashlight at him during a chance encounter on a quiet South San Jose street.
—Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 21 Dec. 2024
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The emergence of the quiet-quitting phenomenon isn't a fluke, experts say.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Some of the same companies staying quiet now have spoken up on human-rights issues in other parts of the world.
—Georgi Kantchev, WSJ, 23 Jan. 2022
Noun
A certain quiet seemed to fill the large room, and soon Sereda explained more about his father.
—Chuck Culpepper, Washington Post, 29 July 2024
The neighbor said the early-morning quiet was shattered by the screams of a woman coming from Robinson’s apartment.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2024
Verb
With one emoji after the Dodgers beat the Yankees in the World Series, Rojas quieted Chisholm in an Instagram story of his own.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
This combination of quality reporting and fulsome data analysis can guide an investor away from all the noisy, contrived optimism to quiet, accurate realism.
—John S. Tobey, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
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On December 21, a peaceful Saturday afternoon, which included both NFL and college football games, the Guardians traded first baseman Josh Naylor to the Arizona Diamondbacks.Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Iraq, North Korea, and Iran, all signatories of the 1970 nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, concealed their nuclear weapons ambitions behind a 'peaceful' nuclear program.Thomas Bass Author, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Mars will show shades of muted reds on its surface, and its white polar cap can also be seen.John Natale, Hartford Courant, 26 Dec. 2024
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The embrace of these aesthetics in home design seems of a piece with the move toward muted colors and curvy furniture.Sarah Archer, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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There’s no in-ground swimming pool; the tranquil Magothy will have to do.Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
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The exclusive tented camp preserves the island’s tranquil ambiance with a limited number of accommodations.Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The Turtle Island resort, where Dawson and Chen stayed, is a secluded and exclusive 500-acre retreat, hosting only 14 couples at a time.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Hana, located on southeastern Maui, is a secluded town known for its slow pace and old Hawaii charm.Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
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It's made with silica and jojoba beads for a gentler exfoliation and softer results.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Of course, gentle hydrators like aloe vera and crystalline coconut are also featured for conditioning benefits.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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The wall of silence has now been broken, and victims are coming forward.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The idea of simply sitting in silence has become almost unthinkable.Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Oftentimes a warmer temperature during the day is preferred while nighttime is more comfortable when the house cools off a bit.Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
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New Inflation Data Eases Worries Inflation showed signs of cooling in November, according to a report released on Friday by the Commerce Department.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Things calmed down in the third period, but this game had an unusual level of feeling and emotion for a late December contest.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Exposure to nature, with its subtle sounds, tranquil silence, and limited color palette calms both brain and body.Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Quiet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiet. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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