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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
Joseph Dames, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The streets are quiet, largely empty, in a city still waking up.
—Sofi Zeman
january 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 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
Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Or escape completely from the fray and bask in the quiet of the adults-only Hibiscus Pool or the 50,000-square-foot spa, the largest in the state.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 11 Jan. 2026
On the bright side, the over-eager talk of an AI bubble has quieted in the past couple months, as the Magnificent 7 stocks have diverged and some have faltered.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Conditions will be dry and quiet Sunday into early next week, followed by a noticeable warmup with highs back into the 30s and 40s by Monday and Tuesday.
—Joseph Dames, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The streets are quiet, largely empty, in a city still waking up.
—Sofi Zeman
january 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 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
In the quiet of the Sabbath morning when all the neighborhood was wrapped in slumber, some dastardly degenerate crept into the room, choked her to death, assaulted her criminally and left her bruised and bleeding body lying on the bed.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Or escape completely from the fray and bask in the quiet of the adults-only Hibiscus Pool or the 50,000-square-foot spa, the largest in the state.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
Everyone aspires to the level of confidence that quiets the fear of failure, impervious to what an audience might think.
—Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 11 Jan. 2026
On the bright side, the over-eager talk of an AI bubble has quieted in the past couple months, as the Magnificent 7 stocks have diverged and some have faltered.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
Adjective
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The mayor called on the community to remain peaceful in the aftermath.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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But once inside, as the crackling fire quickly warms you up, there’s no better feeling after hours on the trail than dropping your backpack on the floor, taking off your boots and settling in for a few days of peaceful escape.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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As Jaclyn and Kate wax poetic about a dream vacation that never happened, Laurie’s weary, silent glances seem to tee up an explosive confrontation.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Jan. 2026
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Tisdale refused to stay silent, and texted the group after being left behind on another plan.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Carpenter stuck to her typical glam, opting for muted mauve lip liner, matching blush, and highlighted inner corners.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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This versatile accent chair from Martha Stewart’s Bedford Collection is finally on sale and available in four soft, muted neutrals.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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In Rian Johnson's Wake Up Dead Man, a tranquil church becomes the scene of a shocking (and seemingly impossible) murder.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Dec. 2025
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The Corn Islands Flung more than 40 miles off the Caribbean Coast of Nicaragua, the Corn Islands have long been spoken of by in-the-know travelers looking for a truly tranquil escape.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Dec. 2025
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Some of the most popular options are larger beaches like Cala Granadella, Cala Portixol, and Cala Blanca, but Cala Sardinera and Cala del Francés are popular with locals for their secluded feel.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Alila Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen, Mexico Nature surrounds Alila Mayakoba, a secluded hotel situated on 60 acres of mangroves and freshwater canals in Riviera Maya.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
7 Jan. 2026
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Don’t let the cream’s $8 price tag fool you; the anti-aging find tackles fine lines, wrinkles, and clogged pores, all while being gentle enough for all skin types.—
Isabel Bekele,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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The gentle support helps keep legs from feeling heavy after hours of sitting, walking, and moving between destinations.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Amazon quietly discounted dozens of top picks from Stewart’s collection, including Dutch ovens, knife sets, oven mitts, and more, with prices starting at just $8 and discounts going for up to 60 percent off.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The prose looks polished, charts look clean, and a single percentage point buried in the model quietly pushes the decision in a different direction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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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 18 Jan. 2026.
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