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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
Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Hite remembered their home as very quiet, decorated mainly by images of Christ on the Cross.
—Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 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
Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
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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Adjective
Whether sniffing their way through the Wilds of Africa or watching the flamingos, quiet curiosity backed their sizable smiles.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Hite remembered their home as very quiet, decorated mainly by images of Christ on the Cross.
—Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 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
The session blends gentle Vinyasa flow to awaken and soften the body with grounding meditation to quiet the mind, release tension, and restore balance.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
Adjective
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For the most peaceful stretch, head to Opal Beach in Gulf Islands National Seashore, where the shoreline remains undeveloped, and the loudest sound is usually the surf.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Residents also enjoy the character of the Devonwood neighborhood itself, where winding roads, wooded views and nearby farmland create a peaceful backdrop for daily life.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2026
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The internet does not work and mobiles are silent.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Rosi returns repeatedly to this theater, and to other films about the area, including the silent-era Last Days of Pompeii, suggesting that his own film might itself be part of an ongoing archival plunder.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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This manicure plays with two shades of green, a muted olive and a vibrant shamrock.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
5 Mar. 2026
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Guest rooms are decked out in muted coastal blues and offer ocean views, the SEA Wellness Spa specializes in hydrating and anti-aging facials, massages, and nailcare, and a restaurant, lounge, and bar serve a variety of salads, seafood, and cocktails.—
Tim Chester,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Mayreau Beach Club & Villas stands head and shoulders above the rest as an upscale hideaway perched on a blissfully tranquil bay.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 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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Home to sea turtle nesting grounds, 380 bird species, and 70 miles of coastline, these shores are secluded.—
Pam LeBlanc,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Its beams are slightly more vivid through the large windows of the Edition, which sit at the edge of a secluded area of the hotel.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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The silence of the lake—save for the gentle peal of church bells on Sunday mornings and the plop of ducks plunging beneath the water surface—is a rare and unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cleaning the bathroom with hydrogen peroxide is both gentle and effective, and there are plenty of ways to use it within the space.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
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Steps from the Capitol's West Front and where the worst of the fighting occurred, workers quietly have installed a plaque honoring the officers, three years after it was required by law to be erected.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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Women were punished differently — whipped, branded, sold, imprisoned, or quietly executed.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
8 Mar. 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 10 Mar. 2026.
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