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as in quietly
without motion
the cat sat absolutely still, watching as the mouse began to make its way across the floor
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as in however
in spite of that
their star player was injured in yesterday's game; still, it looks like he will be able to play today
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the town's streets are usually still and peopleless in the early morning hours
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
the air was ominously still as dark clouds gathered in the distance
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as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound
in his paintings Paul Gauguin depicts a still tropical paradise inhabited by mute and motionless natives
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
in the still of the forest he could relax and forget his worries
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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound
a loud noise shattered the still of the night
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as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
it seemed as though nothing could still the fighting
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
reading a book helps me to relax and still my mind before going to bed
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Recent Examples of still
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026
Another young woman dripped blood down her nose from a gash hastily covered by a strip of fabric tied around her forehead just blocks away, while still walking into the masses along the route with her friends.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Even in his stillest moments, Reilly hums with the restlessness of a jazz explorer.
—Brad Shoup, Pitchfork, 24 Jan. 2026
Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
Other stills show Russell with Fox fly-fishing in a stream in Montana.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
After two years, the brutal war that started with Hamas' seizure of hostages and led to Israel's bombardment of Gaza was stilled.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
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Adverb
The Moon, while still in your sign, fusses over quirky Uranus in the home and family sphere.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026
Another young woman dripped blood down her nose from a gash hastily covered by a strip of fabric tied around her forehead just blocks away, while still walking into the masses along the route with her friends.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Capturing a stunning still pic of your plate.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Even in his stillest moments, Reilly hums with the restlessness of a jazz explorer.
—Brad Shoup, Pitchfork, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
The rear camera supports Apple ProRes capture and features a True Tone flash for enhanced low-light performance in stills.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
Other stills show Russell with Fox fly-fishing in a stream in Montana.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
Wilkos became the host of his own talk show, The Steve Wilkos Show, which is stilling running, in 2007.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
After two years, the brutal war that started with Hamas' seizure of hostages and led to Israel's bombardment of Gaza was stilled.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for still
Adverb
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To undercut the petition drive, the town quietly asked the Legislature to name part of Commercial Boulevard — a state road — for Trump, neutering the charter effort.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2026
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Over that time, inflation can quietly yet dramatically reshape their financial landscape.—
Steve Booren,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Just after that test, however, a problem popped up — an interruption in the flow of helium in the upper stage of Artemis 2's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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The pool and beach access, however, could be great for keeping little ones entertained at all hours.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The terrain is demanding, but the setting—expansive views, shifting light, and quiet trails—creates a rhythm that carries through the rest of the day.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Omni dock was relatively quiet when self-emptying and automatically dispensed cleaning solution, which was convenient.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That earlier film, a languid, unsettling thriller, focused on its protagonist’s emotional breakdown during a supposedly tranquil Mediterranean vacation.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
6 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
Noun
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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From historic wins, like the first woman to win for cinematography and seventh-ever Oscar tie, to awkward silences to moving tributes and very, very long bits from host Conan O’Brien, the March 15 ceremony was emotional and eventful.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
16 Mar. 2026
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The joke was followed by 13 seconds of applause from the audience and silence from O’Brien, who walked around on the stage.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Kuemper stopped 21 shots for the Kings, who entered the night one point out of the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Rather than stopping disagreements from happening, this aspect is about repairing any damage left behind.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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Onboard, all passengers are treated with spacious leather seats, curated in-flight refreshments (including bone broth), and calming aids like warm towels.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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The announcement failed to immediately calm oil prices, which have spiraled since Tehran effectively closed the vital Strait of Hormuz oil chokepoint and began attacking energy facilities across neighboring Gulf countries.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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