as in pauses
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 calms
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 lulls
Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
For instance, why did the offense experience so many extended lulls against opposing bullpens (even as, in another contradiction, its overall performance against bullpens was in line with 2024)?
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
The bursts of action punctuate these lulls and sync perfectly with the intro song, Shortchange Hero (by The Heavy).
—G Kirilloff, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Things got a little sparse in the middle of the maze, but a good set-up and a strong finish made up for any lulls in the action.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Time – Plan to stay out at least an hour; showers often have bursts and lulls.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry
anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
In one lovely scene later in the film, a friend lulls her to sleep, his face appearing in a video call on her laptop.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
Most of the time, the talk of space aliens and ghosts lulls me to sleep, but not when my favorite guest, David Paulides, is at the mic.
—Jon Billman, Outside Online, 13 Mar. 2017
Noun
That led to a couple of scoring lulls, especially in the first half.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
For instance, why did the offense experience so many extended lulls against opposing bullpens (even as, in another contradiction, its overall performance against bullpens was in line with 2024)?
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
The bursts of action punctuate these lulls and sync perfectly with the intro song, Shortchange Hero (by The Heavy).
—G Kirilloff, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Things got a little sparse in the middle of the maze, but a good set-up and a strong finish made up for any lulls in the action.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Time – Plan to stay out at least an hour; showers often have bursts and lulls.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry
anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
This game helps lessen those barriers and lulls in conversation.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
In one lovely scene later in the film, a friend lulls her to sleep, his face appearing in a video call on her laptop.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
Most of the time, the talk of space aliens and ghosts lulls me to sleep, but not when my favorite guest, David Paulides, is at the mic.
—Jon Billman, Outside Online, 13 Mar. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lulls
Noun
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Taking intentional pauses is key, too.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
8 Jan. 2026
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The pauses are just as much dialogue as the words.—
Beatrice Verhoeven,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Then, the still sweet voice calms me.—
BEA L. HINES,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Centella asiatica calms skin and keeps it comfortable for a balanced, radiance-enhancing treatment.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Specialized themes span food, trekking, family travel, women-only departures, and short breaks.—
Josh Roberts,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
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The state has not ruled out highway improvements to access such a stadium but the property tax breaks have stalled in Springfield.—
Rick Pearson,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This gentle glycolic serum has salicylic acid (which exfoliates), and raspberry fruit extract (which soothes skin and protects it from free radicals).—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
25 Dec. 2025
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Best of all, this product instantly soothes and improves the skin’s texture and tone.—
Tatayana Yomary,
Essence,
19 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The sudden sting, the constant urge to run to the bathroom and the interruptions to work or intimacy can feel both embarrassing and unsettling.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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On Wednesday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said airline traffic will be reduced by 10% across 40 locations starting Friday amid staffing interruptions.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The episode Art was created by Lily Whear and Lizzie Younan composes our music.—
Gabriela Saldivia,
Scientific American,
3 Dec. 2025
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Both tracks are penned by Stephen Schwartz, who also composes alongside John Powell.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As Peter takes his final breaths, the limited series jumps back in time to show Marissa secretly removing the emergency kit from their car and pulling an expired EpiPen out of their home's disposal box.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Hold for five breaths on each foot.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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There are birds, their songs and calls rising to the surface when the traffic quiets.—
Emily Brindley,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Jan. 2026
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There is something about using my hands that helps calm my nerves and quiets my mind.—
Brittney Oliver,
Essence,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Lulls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lulls. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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