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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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a quiet moment
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Recent Examples of quiet
Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Apr. 2025
To that end, Rooney says that knowing when to talk and when to stay quiet is key.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 4 Apr. 2025
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
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
In the quiet of the nearby waiting room, Jerry and Lisa prayed and worried.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 19 Nov. 2024
Maria Aspan, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
With the need to quiet the world just enough to feel again.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Directed by Karena Evans, the visual captures a quiet intensity, following both artists through intimate moments with their respective partners.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Apr. 2025
To that end, Rooney says that knowing when to talk and when to stay quiet is key.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 4 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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
But, when traveling at higher speeds, the quiet of an electric car goes away.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
In the quiet of the nearby waiting room, Jerry and Lisa prayed and worried.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 19 Nov. 2024
Verb
And even a reassuring jobs report on Friday morning — with employers adding more jobs than expected last month — couldn't quiet widespread market fears about the outlook for the post-tariffs economy.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
With the need to quiet the world just enough to feel again.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
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Together, these two pros deliver a Sunday to-do list that will hopefully create a more peaceful and efficient week ahead.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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The meeting lasted about 15 minutes inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, where Francis often preached the need for a peaceful end to the war, just before Trump and Zelenskyy took their seats at the outdoor funeral service.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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The wooden floors feature graphic patterns, while bold wallpaper sets the tone in the kitchen, and the bedroom is outfitted in calming, muted tones.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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Currently, staff are allowed to wear pants that are gray, brown, or navy, and tops that are white, or have subdued patterns or muted colors.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Apr. 2025
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Soft, soothing shades like dusty blues, sage greens and warm neutrals can help create a tranquil mood.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Photo: Lourenco Teixeira de Abreu For a more tranquil coastal retreat, Mélides offers a quieter escape with wilder, more secluded beaches—perhaps what first drew Christian Louboutin and Vincent Van Duysen, both of whom have homes in the area.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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Pre-game the big dinner by enjoying a signature French 125 (a French 75 with Cognac) in the restaurant’s chic and secluded speakeasy lounge.—
Annie Archer,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2025
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There were many more wonderful moments in a festival that fuses sounds and artistic expressions from across the globe, coming together in one of the most stunning and secluded places on Earth. 1.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Follow discipline with a calm, comforting debrief Debriefing conversations should be gentle and happen after everyone has calmed down.—
Caroline Fleck, Contributor,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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When using a soothing, gentle and slightly higher-pitched voice, a dog will understand it as nonthreatening and reassuring.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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So witnessing my own professional society choose silence in this moment hit differently.—
Angel Algarin,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2025
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This silence, in turn, helps contribute to a lack of significant action — both individually and socially, the researchers argue.—
Saul Elbein,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Watch the video above to learn how to cool off plants and keep your garden healthy.—
Maryal Miller Carter,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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There are three fan settings to keep you cool, as well: fan mode for direct cooling, breeze mode to mimic a light breeze, and backward airflow mode to purify and humidify without cooling.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
25 Apr. 2025
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Traditionally the company that fires the starting gun for entertainment and tech numbers every three months, Netflix may be a calming place to start this time.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2025
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The gin-clear waters below huddle together into emerald pools while the soothing soundtrack of every drop on its journey invigorates the senses and calms the soul.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Quiet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiet. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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