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as in quietly
without motion
the cat sat absolutely still, watching as the mouse began to make its way across the floor
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as in however
in spite of that
their star player was injured in yesterday's game; still, it looks like he will be able to play today
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the town's streets are usually still and peopleless in the early morning hours
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
the air was ominously still as dark clouds gathered in the distance
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as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound
in his paintings Paul Gauguin depicts a still tropical paradise inhabited by mute and motionless natives
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
in the still of the forest he could relax and forget his worries
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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound
a loud noise shattered the still of the night
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as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
it seemed as though nothing could still the fighting
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
reading a book helps me to relax and still my mind before going to bed
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Recent Examples of still
James Grebey, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
Phoenix still is following in a parent’s footsteps: His mother, Wendy, is a Northwestern alumna.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2025
Julia Chaplin, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2025
Some of the still photos from the show appear for the first time in the documentary, says Cutler, who mined John’s archives.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
Inevitably, the film was immediately banned in Japan, but a book containing the film’s script and a dozen stills — in an echo of the case made in Italy about Bernardo Bertolucci’s Last Tango in Paris — was tried for obscenity.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 14 May 2025
Maya Wei-Haas, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
But the French modelers pegged forests as the primary culprit behind the stilling in other regions.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Dec. 2010
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Adverb
Friends after all these years and there’s still more to learn.
—James Grebey, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
Phoenix still is following in a parent’s footsteps: His mother, Wendy, is a Northwestern alumna.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2025
Adjective
The DJs created a down-tempo soundscape with the volume kept low, so as not to disturb the still night beyond.
—Julia Chaplin, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2025
Some of the still photos from the show appear for the first time in the documentary, says Cutler, who mined John’s archives.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Noun
Huge Gains in the Mirrorless Era Early DSLRs recorded stills only.
—PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
Inevitably, the film was immediately banned in Japan, but a book containing the film’s script and a dozen stills — in an echo of the case made in Italy about Bernardo Bertolucci’s Last Tango in Paris — was tried for obscenity.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 14 May 2025
Verb
Not long after the ground had stilled, dogs outside a restaurant started barking — a sign that an aftershock was coming — and locals hustled everyone out of the stone and wood building, which wasn’t built to withstand shaking.
—Maya Wei-Haas, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
But the French modelers pegged forests as the primary culprit behind the stilling in other regions.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Dec. 2010
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for still
Adverb
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Brown had shot a weapon; the reason why, however, was under dispute.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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The moment didn't hurt the brothers' relationship, however: in the years since, the Voltaggios have opened several restaurants together around the U.S. and even had a Food Network competition show, Battle of the Brothers.—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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For those looking to venture farther, Cruz Bay’s private itineraries stretch deep into the BVI, blending gourmet dining, reef diving, and quiet anchorages into one seamless luxurious adventure.—
Tanya Benedicto Klich,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Ideally, your room is dark, quiet and cool — think between 65 and 75 degrees.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Located on the ninth floor of the luxurious five-star Times Square Edition, The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens transports diners to a tranquil paradise.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Bring a group for a tranquil picnic by the lake at the pavilion.—
Dalia Faheid,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2025
Noun
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The veteran guard has now broken his silence on the deal with a simple emoji message.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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The researchers of the 2022 study also found that people on the receiving end of indirect attacks also end up responding with silence, politeness or attempts to smooth things over.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Verb
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On September 2, Border Force officers had stopped two women at London Stansted Airport.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Goldman Sachs and Nasdaq have both stopped requiring companies using them for an IPO to have diverse board members.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Studies show that spending time in natural settings can lower cortisol levels (a stress hormone) and help to calm the mind.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Police cars occasionally circled the intersection and a few stragglers still waved signs or lingered in small groups, but the earlier surge had largely calmed.—
Hanna Kang,
Oc Register,
14 June 2025
Verb
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But, when Lydia attempts to explain herself, Tina shushes her.—
Joey Nolfi Published,
EW.com,
4 June 2025
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The host had to shush the boisterous crowd more than once to focus their attention on the items for sale.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
Adverb
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The report argued that a spirit of collaboration and openness nevertheless prevailed in the field of health care.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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Though television squashed the production into two dimensions, the broadcast nevertheless felt real and exciting; director David Comer let the camera play on the players, rather than trying for a cinematic effect through an excess of close-ups and cutaways.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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“Still.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/still. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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