moment of silence
noun phrase
: a short period of silent thought or prayer
The crowd observed a moment of silence for those who died in the tragedy.
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When the King takes his place on the dais after the inspection of the troops on Horse Guards Parade, there will be a moment of silence preceded by the sounding of the Last Post.
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Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 14 June 2025
North County Bugles Across America is partnering with Stater Bros. Markets to host a bugler to play a live rendition of taps after a moment of silence at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day at some Stater Bros. locations, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving the country.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
This may involve deep breathing, a moment of silence or stepping away briefly.
—Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
The Cubs honored the late Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker with a moment of silence before the game, and fans of both teams gave him a standing ovation.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
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Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 14 June 2025
North County Bugles Across America is partnering with Stater Bros. Markets to host a bugler to play a live rendition of taps after a moment of silence at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day at some Stater Bros. locations, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving the country.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
This may involve deep breathing, a moment of silence or stepping away briefly.
—Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
The Cubs honored the late Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker with a moment of silence before the game, and fans of both teams gave him a standing ovation.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for moment of silence
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“Moment of silence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moment%20of%20silence. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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