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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
Okla Jones, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Gathered around the couch, in a spacious living room soundtracked by hushed jazz piano, her little sister disassociates with headphones while her pops casually chats to her stepmother; observing from a wheelchair is her 94-year-old great-grandmother.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025
Encounters with Skinwalkers are often described in hushed tones, and the belief in their existence persists.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Just downhill from their lunch spot, Carl and Teig made a plan in hushed tones that would take them back to camp by sunset.
—Devon O’Neil, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
Many others compared the hushed dessert request to another viral moment where Biggy Norris of the Norris Nuts quietly asked for a caramel slice after surgery.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
Did someone mention Ha’s Snack Bar in a hushed tone?
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
In Los Angeles, the tapes revealed insiders cutting deals in hushed tones.
—Matt Klink, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
One storyline that will be at the forefront of season 3 centers on Wednesday's Aunt Ophelia, who's been spoken about in hushed whispers throughout season 2.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Sep. 2025
Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 13 Oct. 2025
When Florida arrived in the locker room after falling to USF 18-16 in upset fashion Saturday, the few conversations that persisted were hushed.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
This was a somber visit, and the group was reverent, hushed.
—Jim Clash, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Ehle and Alex Sarrigeorgiou shine in Jaclyn Bethany’s hushed yet deeply felt drama of art and desire.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2025
In her first solo, Dayhuff hushed her sound over the course of the solo; the others onstage followed her.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
This year, the streets are hushed, and many children walk to school alone.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The teaser opens with a hushed, reverent moment in the recording studio.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Gathered around the couch, in a spacious living room soundtracked by hushed jazz piano, her little sister disassociates with headphones while her pops casually chats to her stepmother; observing from a wheelchair is her 94-year-old great-grandmother.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025
Encounters with Skinwalkers are often described in hushed tones, and the belief in their existence persists.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Just downhill from their lunch spot, Carl and Teig made a plan in hushed tones that would take them back to camp by sunset.
—Devon O’Neil, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
Many others compared the hushed dessert request to another viral moment where Biggy Norris of the Norris Nuts quietly asked for a caramel slice after surgery.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
Did someone mention Ha’s Snack Bar in a hushed tone?
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
In Los Angeles, the tapes revealed insiders cutting deals in hushed tones.
—Matt Klink, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
One storyline that will be at the forefront of season 3 centers on Wednesday's Aunt Ophelia, who's been spoken about in hushed whispers throughout season 2.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
The vibe is hushed and calming.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 13 Oct. 2025
When Florida arrived in the locker room after falling to USF 18-16 in upset fashion Saturday, the few conversations that persisted were hushed.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
This was a somber visit, and the group was reverent, hushed.
—Jim Clash, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Ehle and Alex Sarrigeorgiou shine in Jaclyn Bethany’s hushed yet deeply felt drama of art and desire.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2025
In her first solo, Dayhuff hushed her sound over the course of the solo; the others onstage followed her.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
This year, the streets are hushed, and many children walk to school alone.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hushed
Adjective
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The Chicago Bears were relatively quiet ahead of the NFL trade deadline.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Hotel Fasano São Paulo Itaim Consistently top-notch, from the beds to the dining, Hotel Fasano exudes quiet luxury.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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From a kitchen inspired by Scandinavian and Japanese design to a colorful yet tranquil Victorian bathroom, Drift Interiors + Architecture can bring any style to life.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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Long, flowing lines and a neutral palette create calm, tranquil vibes throughout, while expansive windows invite light in and offer views out.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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All calls are toll-free and confidential.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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The following month, according to the FBI, the man joined a group call from overseas with five others – including an FBI confidential source, who recorded the meeting.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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And when Adam cooled off after halftime, Friedrichsen picked right up.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Nov. 2025
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Recipe Tips From The Test Kitchen Store leftover, cooled bread tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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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On campus, Christopher Benton, 48, was arrested and later booked into Alameda County’s Santa Rita Jail for refusing to leave after being asked to do so by police, obstruction and coming on to campus with the intent of interfering with peaceful activities, Mogulof said.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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But, in a year that has already seen multiple political assassinations, the deployment of the National Guard to American cities, and masked agents of the federal government hauling people off the streets and into unmarked vans, the prospects for a peaceful anniversary appear remote.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Each of the 119 rooms is spacious and serene, outfitted with deep soaking tubs, Hästens beds, and balconies that open to crisp mountain air.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
7 Nov. 2025
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The property itself packs in a small kitchen and living area with a wood-burning stove, plus a serene bedroom and laundry room upstairs.—
Lori Keong,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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But New Delhi remained notably silent on the subject of domestic repression.—
MUHIB RAHMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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The room was silent, save for the heavy, mechanized breathing of the huge man in black armor standing to one side of the throne dais.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Hushed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hushed. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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