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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
entered the hushed interior of the Gothic church
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
the hushed lake was smooth as glass the morning after the storm
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as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound
a hushed sickroom
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as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
hushed negotiations between the two countries
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as in cooled
to become still and orderly
the whole room hushed when the queen made her entrance
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as in quieted (down)
to stop talking
the principal asked the children to hush and pay attention during the ceremony
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Recent Examples of hushed
Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
The hushed silence spoke with more power than the words that eventually followed.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 21 Jan. 2026
Unfortunately, the hushed ending of the Adagio was spoiled by immediate applause.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
Visit Bar Yamazaki, a Sapporo institution and pioneer of the city’s cocktail culture since 1958 with a hushed, midcentury interior.
—New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Few sounds break the hushed winter spell of this 280-acre retreat surrounded by North Woods.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
While its skyline and tree canopy share visual prominence from the rooms, both are soon forgotten in the hushed Old Hollywood panache of its supper club, The Betty.
—Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Though usually best appreciated in hushed versions, the glorious vocalizing of this trio captivates.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
The jury lounge vibe is a cross between a busy airport terminal and a hushed library, so pack accordingly.
—Kristina Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Nov. 2025
Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
Egregiously, Michelin stars were never meant for taco stands — not in the modern era when the guide’s definition of greatness has so often meant white tablecloths, hushed dining rooms and pricey tasting menus.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
Bryant, who was mostly hushed about specific details to the investigation, said that a vehicle linked to McKee was seen arriving in the area of the Tepes' residence just before the killings are believed to have taken place, and leaving the area shortly after.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The air is hushed, the water glassy.
—Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Mendoza hushed any critics in the Rose Bowl, providing both the stats and the subtle moments.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2026
Inside, the mood was hushed, reverent.
—Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
The murky glass atriums that soar over the retail corridors, now hushed and sleepy.
—Hazlitt, 10 Dec. 2025
Other times it's hushed as people take it all in and use the moment to reflect.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 17 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Omniscience gives way to a motley chorus of inner monologues and hushed conversations, kitchen table squabbles, restless thoughts, wistful memories.
—Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
The hushed silence spoke with more power than the words that eventually followed.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 21 Jan. 2026
Unfortunately, the hushed ending of the Adagio was spoiled by immediate applause.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
Visit Bar Yamazaki, a Sapporo institution and pioneer of the city’s cocktail culture since 1958 with a hushed, midcentury interior.
—New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Few sounds break the hushed winter spell of this 280-acre retreat surrounded by North Woods.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
While its skyline and tree canopy share visual prominence from the rooms, both are soon forgotten in the hushed Old Hollywood panache of its supper club, The Betty.
—Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Though usually best appreciated in hushed versions, the glorious vocalizing of this trio captivates.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
The jury lounge vibe is a cross between a busy airport terminal and a hushed library, so pack accordingly.
—Kristina Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Nov. 2025
Verb
Immediately, his teacher hushed him.
—Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
Egregiously, Michelin stars were never meant for taco stands — not in the modern era when the guide’s definition of greatness has so often meant white tablecloths, hushed dining rooms and pricey tasting menus.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
Bryant, who was mostly hushed about specific details to the investigation, said that a vehicle linked to McKee was seen arriving in the area of the Tepes' residence just before the killings are believed to have taken place, and leaving the area shortly after.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The air is hushed, the water glassy.
—Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Mendoza hushed any critics in the Rose Bowl, providing both the stats and the subtle moments.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2026
Inside, the mood was hushed, reverent.
—Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
The murky glass atriums that soar over the retail corridors, now hushed and sleepy.
—Hazlitt, 10 Dec. 2025
Other times it's hushed as people take it all in and use the moment to reflect.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 17 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hushed
Adjective
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The lightweight fabric is also quiet, so you won’t be awoken from crinkling material.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The family settled in a quiet residential street of older homes and multifamily buildings, some front porches festooned with pride flags still twinkling with holiday lights.—
Michael Biesecker,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In the same way, the entire gallery space invites us into the thoughtful and tranquil world of Alfredo Castañeda.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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The entrance cleverly separates hotel guests from those who are there to dine, so the check-in area is always uncrowded and tranquil.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The ability to store highly confidential creative work in one secure location is what made Dropbox a staple in the film industry.—
Caitlin White,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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Only two journalists were invited to attend, and the meeting was expected to be largely off the record because confidential information was being discussed.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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However, the share of home purchases by institutional investors has declined from its pandemic peak, falling from about 3% in the first quarter of 2023 to closer to 1% a year later, as higher interest rates cooled investor activity, John Burns Research and Consulting's data shows.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2026
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When job security feels uncertain and the hiring market has cooled, employees are less willing to push back on gradual changes to their work arrangements.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Jena asked, for which she was shushed), that was spotted and strong enough to kill a man.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The mayor called on the community to remain peaceful in the aftermath.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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But once inside, as the crackling fire quickly warms you up, there’s no better feeling after hours on the trail than dropping your backpack on the floor, taking off your boots and settling in for a few days of peaceful escape.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The roughly two-thirds of an acre parcel feels inviting and unexpectedly serene for its central Newport location.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2026
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Now, private and serene secondary spaces orbit focal gathering spots.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The 55-acre lot, once a silent-era movie site and later home to productions like Gilligan’s Island and Seinfeld, will be returned to lenders led by Goldman following months of unsuccessful modification talks.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The Clippers responded with a 10-0 run to open a 103-91 lead as Doncic went silent, finishing the night with just three points in the final quarter.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Hushed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hushed. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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