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as in peaceful
free from disturbing noise or uproar
left the din of the rock concert and went to a quiet restaurant where we could hear one another talk
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as in silent
mostly or entirely without sound
a diver who loves to retreat to the quiet world beneath the surface of the sea
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as in muted
not excessively showy
she decided that it would be best to wear a quiet business suit to the job interview
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a quiet interlude as the eye of the storm passed over us
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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume
quiet music is generally more relaxing
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as in quietly
without motion
lie quiet and no one will guess you're hiding under the bed
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
sailors enjoying the quiet of a clear evening at sea
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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound
new parents appreciating the blessed quiet that comes when their baby finally falls asleep
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as in to cool
to become still and orderly
the museum docent told the rowdy youngsters to quiet down for the tour
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
quiet a crying toddler with candy
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Recent Examples of quiet
Audrey T. Williams, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
Or maybe their turmoil isn’t all that quiet.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2026
Kathryn Dill and Angela Yang, WSJ, 25 Aug. 2022
The emergence of the quiet-quitting phenomenon isn't a fluke, experts say.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Kristine Thomason, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
For residents, the activity is a profound change from the quiet of recent decades, with many recalling a time when the bases were a central part of the region's economy and employment.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 9 Jan. 2026
Shayla Love, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
Gupta says that while athletes train to handle pressure with techniques like meditation to quiet the brain, the unique Olympic pressure can sometimes overwhelm this training.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The railroad that once hauled agricultural goods through town has been quiet for decades.
—Audrey T. Williams, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
Or maybe their turmoil isn’t all that quiet.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2026
Adverb
Cue the quiet-quitting backlash: The concept has sparked a flood of vehement commentary from business leaders, career coaches and other professionals lamenting what the shift away from hustle culture means for Americans’ commitment to their jobs, while some young professionals are praising it.
—Kathryn Dill and Angela Yang, WSJ, 25 Aug. 2022
The emergence of the quiet-quitting phenomenon isn't a fluke, experts say.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Noun
When paired with the refreshing quiet of the desert, the setting is truly a respite from daily stressors.
—Kristine Thomason, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
For residents, the activity is a profound change from the quiet of recent decades, with many recalling a time when the bases were a central part of the region's economy and employment.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
Learning about his genes has quieted those anxieties.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
Gupta says that while athletes train to handle pressure with techniques like meditation to quiet the brain, the unique Olympic pressure can sometimes overwhelm this training.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
Adjective
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The two governments started working toward a peaceful resolution in the early 1980s, bringing the Anglo-Irish Agreement into effect in 1985.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
22 Feb. 2026
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There is no legal reason to do that while everything is peaceful, while everything is safeguarded by the agency.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The first call for help was a silent text message from an emergency beacon, mobilizing a small army of rescuers dispatched from different directions.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Despite being a quick walk from downtown Palm Springs, the Historic Tennis Club is snoozy and near-silent—perfect for unwinding after a busy day.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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At first glance, Ayón’s moody figurations and dark, muted colors feel a world away from Alfonzo’s energetic and bold abstract scenes.—
Douglas Markowitz,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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And yet the share price action (which has been unexciting as of late vs others in the space) remained relatively muted in the aftermarket.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2026
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For what's essentially the embryonic form of a massive star, L1544 is a remarkably tranquil place.—
Kiona N. Smith,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Schoen, owner of the Paradise River Bend wedding venue and vacation rental property, often visits what was once a pristine retreat across the road from his cabins, surrounded by trees and nestled along the usually tranquil Guadalupe River.—
Abrielle Kate Maddison,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The 84-year-old disappeared from her secluded Tucson home after she was last seen on January 31.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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The neighborhood/area The resort is in an incredibly secluded pocket of Rancho Mirage, a city in the Greater Palm Springs area, about 20 minutes from the Palm Springs airport.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Playa Cerritos offers both a gentle beach break for beginners and a more adventurous rocky point break for experts.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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Jarred beans maintain a firmer texture, since the glass allows for a gentler cooking and cooling process.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Her family quietly passed up its own deadline to sell in January, prompting questions about whether the asking price was too high and whether The Economist’s powerful trustees were able to agree on a suitable buyer.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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This quietly poetic slice-of-life film follows a week in the life of Paterson (Adam Driver), a bus driver who happens to work in the New Jersey city of the same name.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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“Quiet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiet. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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