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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 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 quieted
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 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
Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 2 June 2025
Though Haliburton got off to a relatively quiet start, Siakam was the first Pacer to score in double figures.
—Shakeia Taylor, New York Times, 1 June 2025
Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Some of the same companies staying quiet now have spoken up on human-rights issues in other parts of the world.
—Georgi Kantchev, WSJ, 23 Jan. 2022
Addie Morfoot, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
The prime minister’s compound, which under its previous occupant buzzed with the activity of over 100 staff members, now has a library-like quiet, as Dr. Amarasuriya works with a staff of just a dozen.
—Pamodi Waravita, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2025
Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
But according to Piatek, the trade deal won’t quickly quiet U.S. manufacturers’ anxiety about how to reduce risks related to China for the long-term.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
As romantic distractions fall away, the quiet also makes way for freedom.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 2 June 2025
Though Haliburton got off to a relatively quiet start, Siakam was the first Pacer to score in double figures.
—Shakeia Taylor, New York Times, 1 June 2025
Adverb
The emergence of the quiet-quitting phenomenon isn't a fluke, experts say.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Some of the same companies staying quiet now have spoken up on human-rights issues in other parts of the world.
—Georgi Kantchev, WSJ, 23 Jan. 2022
Noun
Ting Su; 2024; USA; 10 min Digitizing union newspapers in the quiet of a dark room, a filmmaker reflects on their relationship to labor.
David (for now) | Dir.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
The prime minister’s compound, which under its previous occupant buzzed with the activity of over 100 staff members, now has a library-like quiet, as Dr. Amarasuriya works with a staff of just a dozen.
—Pamodi Waravita, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2025
Verb
Altman’s story is at once about a man changing artificial intelligence and about how A.I.’s evolving nature has, in turn, changed him—quieting, without resolving, the largest questions about work, power, and the future.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
But according to Piatek, the trade deal won’t quickly quiet U.S. manufacturers’ anxiety about how to reduce risks related to China for the long-term.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
Adjective
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Iran says its uranium enrichment program is for peaceful purposes.—
Rebecca Rosman,
NPR,
14 June 2025
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The White House on Thursday, however, said Trump supports peaceful protesters.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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In past decades, the impact of the deficit was more muted, as relatively small amounts of additional funding were needed to keep the government functional.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Clad in heavy end-grain cedar blocks, sandblasted to a muted and almost rocklike finish, the house disappears into its landscape of trees.—
Caroline Roux,
Architectural Digest,
5 June 2025
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Located on the ninth floor of the luxurious five-star Times Square Edition, The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens transports diners to a tranquil paradise.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Bring a group for a tranquil picnic by the lake at the pavilion.—
Dalia Faheid,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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What To Do Visitors can go full-moon kayaking, explore a 2000-year-old ancient Calusa shell mound, or cruise to secluded islands like Cabbage Key for Gulf shrimp and slow, old-Florida life.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Location Located on the northwestern coast of Guanacaste, Punta Cacique is a secluded cliffside community offering easy access to two neighboring beach towns: Playa Hermosa and Playa del Coco.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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The finish is medium-length, clean, and refreshing with a lingering gentle warmth and a smooth aftertaste.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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What soon follows is a gradual, gentle introduction to a wide ensemble of characters with torrid histories — which is to say, falling-outs over drag show disagreements — as zombie mayhem slowly creeps in through the corners of the frame.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
10 June 2025
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The president announced the surprise call after days of silence following a series of drone attacks Ukraine launched against Russian airfields in Serbia on Sunday.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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On Friday, Swift announced her ownership of the master recordings after months of social media silence.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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But here, in the narrows of the canyon, where Temescal Creek tickled the roots of sycamores and cooled the air beneath the heavy branches of valley oaks, Young lighted up with the enthusiasm of an amateur botanist.—
Greg Goldin,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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Comfort: Our testers sung the praises of mattresses in this list that had comfortable qualities like pillow top covers for a plush feel, as well as breathable, cooling covers to let air circulate.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 June 2025
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The couple sought damages after Sanderlin, while trying to calm tensions between a crowd of demonstrators and a police skirmish line, was shot in the groin with a police projectile by an officer near City Hall on the afternoon of May 29, 2020.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
4 June 2025
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The result — Pre-Flight Lager — is a crisp, easy-drinking beer designed to calm airport nerves and satisfy a wide range of travelers, from IPA aficionados to casual light beer drinkers.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Quiet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiet. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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