as in pause
a momentary halt in an activity
we took the opportunity of a lull in the conversation to announce that we were engaged to be married
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
the absence of attacks for such an extended period had lulled the nation into a false sense of security
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Recent Examples of lull
Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
While the first phase of what was originally outlined last year by then-President Joe Biden to be a three-phase ceasefire deal marked a temporary lull in the conflict, Netanyahu has determined that Hamas must be pressured on the battlefield rather than at the negotiating table.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
Maybe lulled into a sense of security by how well the Quickfire went, final plating issues also start to plague this crew.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The term was coined by paleontologist Martin Brasier to describe what seemed like a geological and biological lull.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
While the first phase of what was originally outlined last year by then-President Joe Biden to be a three-phase ceasefire deal marked a temporary lull in the conflict, Netanyahu has determined that Hamas must be pressured on the battlefield rather than at the negotiating table.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Verb
With lulling notes of lavender, chamomile, and vetiver, the early aughts classic (much like Y2K fashion) is still having a moment.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
Maybe lulled into a sense of security by how well the Quickfire went, final plating issues also start to plague this crew.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lull
Noun
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This marks the end of a yearslong pause that began at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
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Schedule pauses, reflection time or even walks to reset your mind.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Congo and Rwanda hope the involvement of the United States -- and the incentive of major investment if there's enough security for U.S. companies to work safely in east Congo -- will calm the fighting and militia violence that have defied peacekeeping and negotiation since the mid-1990s.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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The company’s prospects remain unclear, but newly named CEO Ivan Espinosa calmed the waters somewhat, instilling new confidence in dealers and revealing a handful of upcoming vehicles to the public recently.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Travelers will need to show documents with the following in order to get a REAL ID-compliant license or ID, per DHS: Need a break?—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Her big break came in 1950, when she was called in to replace the lead singer of the legendary La Sonora Matancera, arguably the best salsa band of all time.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, aloe leaf, tocopherol, and centella asiatica help to soothe irritation.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
23 Apr. 2025
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The formula is also infused with a bio-restorative complex that repairs damage and strengthens, lupine flower peptides that deliver amino acids to the cortex to boost keratin to help damaged hair and eucalyptus oil to soothe the senses.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Pain at injection sites for people who use intramuscular (IM) vitamins Allergic reactions Fever Itching Rash Shortness of breath Rapid weight gain People who use B12 injections are more prone to allergic reactions than those using oral medications.—
Emmanuella Ogbonna,
Health,
29 Apr. 2025
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To many in Democratic politics and state government, Berman is a breath of fresh air.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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China’s Politburo, composed of high-level members of the ruling Chinese Communist Party, tends to lay out broad policy directives.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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The photo offered a closer look at Meyer's bridal attire: an off-white minidress composed of a sheer top and a satin skirt.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Starting just seconds into her remarks, and every few minutes over the next hour, some half a dozen attendees either waved signs or shouted interruptions.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2025
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During a hold, students remain in their classrooms and instruction continues without interruption, according to Giardino.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The guys in little old Baltimore were quieting the big guns in New York and Boston.—
Julian Baron,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2025
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Winning Game 5 on Tuesday at home would quiet a lot of doubters.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Lull.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lull. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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