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
Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
The segment was a gloriously chaotic tribute to Italy’s successes across the arts, and carried the tone even through slower lulls like a call for peace by rapper Ghali, featuring the aforementioned Theron cameo.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 6 Feb. 2026
Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
While Boyle’s iPhone camera rigs zipped and zoomed around the landscape with an almost game-like mobility, Bobbitt’s camera shakes with zombie rage and then stills, lulling us in and out of violence and peace.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 16 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In Connecticut, Valentine’s Day weekend marks a time when cultural events really get going again after the holiday lull.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
The segment was a gloriously chaotic tribute to Italy’s successes across the arts, and carried the tone even through slower lulls like a call for peace by rapper Ghali, featuring the aforementioned Theron cameo.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
And that’s bound to lull the agency into a false sense of security, Camarda warned.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
While Boyle’s iPhone camera rigs zipped and zoomed around the landscape with an almost game-like mobility, Bobbitt’s camera shakes with zombie rage and then stills, lulling us in and out of violence and peace.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lull
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But invading the second biggest country in Europe, after Russia itself, would be a potentially catastrophic prospect which would, surely, give a cold strategist like Putin pause for thought.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Mother Nature is about to put the recent spring-like warmth across Central Texas on pause this weekend.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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To cope, Sesko practices box-breathing to calm himself, a technique involving four four-second phases of breathing in, holding your breath before exhaling, and then holding again.—
Ian Irving,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Previous flare-ups have calmed after days of fighting, and mediation by foreign governments including Saudi Arabia and Turkey.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Including their home win over Chicago before the NBA All-Star break, the 38-19 Celtics have won four straight — all by double digits — and nine of their last 10.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Chad Baker-Mazara was hot early for the Trojans, hitting four three-pointers and totaling 14 by the break, but no other USC player had more than four in the first 20 minutes.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Expensive shampoos typically rely on more refined conditioning agents and soothing ingredients that may make frequent hair washing more comfortable, Tung said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Another National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance winner, this cream is made with thermal spring water that naturally contains the skin-soothing antioxidant selenium.—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2026
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Her rambling answer includes several deep breaths and a pause that has Mike’s mom shaking her head.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
25 Feb. 2026
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Few floral scents take my breath away, but this one did.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In the adjacent vinyl listening room, a 1,500-pound wall composed of vintage Japanese speakers creates an unexpected backdrop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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The new school and mascot renaming policy San Diego Unified now follows requires a 10-person naming committee composed of school officials, educators, students and community members, along with at least two public input sessions.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Hungary blocked a new package of EU sanctions on Russia in response to interruptions in Russian oil supplies that pass through Ukraine, and vowed to veto any further pro-Ukraine policies until oil flows resume.—
Justin Spike,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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That sounds reassuring, but not all interruptions, delays or cancellations are created equal.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Toward the end of 2026’s Sparkling Wine & Oyster Celebration, when the last oyster is gone and the sparkling wine has softened to its final fizz, the barn at Campovida quiets enough to hear winter wind moving through the rafters.—
Audrey T. Williams,
Mercury News,
23 Feb. 2026
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If there was any question about who the best team in the Eastern Conference is, the Detroit Pistons quieted all that noise for the third time Thursday.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Lull.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lull. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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