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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
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
21 June 2026
Computer models and other non-animal testing methods still aren’t the best available science, critics contend.
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Michael Hawthorne,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Wcco Staff,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
In the still-life composition, a cheeky visual lesson on the collision and convergence of cultures, the jar holds flowers, cactus and edible Mexican treats influenced by Chinese and Filipino flavors.
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Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 May 2026
See some of the stills from the picture above.
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Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
Jesus stilled storms, walked on water, challenged evil beliefs, and brought health, harmony, and safety to the world.
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Pam Debolt,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 Dec. 2025
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Adverb
Kids these days might prefer tech to toys, but Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie still got it.
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Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
21 June 2026
Computer models and other non-animal testing methods still aren’t the best available science, critics contend.
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Michael Hawthorne,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Adjective
On Monday, officers visited the suspect's apartment building, where a building manager allegedly positively identified him from a still image of him inside Sal's on 5th.
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Wcco Staff,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
In the still-life composition, a cheeky visual lesson on the collision and convergence of cultures, the jar holds flowers, cactus and edible Mexican treats influenced by Chinese and Filipino flavors.
—
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
This scale quickly clogs ordinary solar stills, much like calcium buildup ruins your bathroom showerhead.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 May 2026
See some of the stills from the picture above.
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Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
Verb
Wilkos became the host of his own talk show, The Steve Wilkos Show, which is stilling running, in 2007.
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Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
Jesus stilled storms, walked on water, challenged evil beliefs, and brought health, harmony, and safety to the world.
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Pam Debolt,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for still
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Many progressive priests and community members reject these exclusionary rules and quietly defy them.
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Rather than chase the President, Cao is quietly establishing himself throughout government, reaching out to key budget stakeholders.
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His most present thought, however, is about the people on the train.
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The current and former flight attendants interviewed, however, say these corporate policies do not reflect their experiences.
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Prosecutors also alleged King fathered a child through an extra-marital affair and threatened the child’s mother to keep quiet.
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But he is viewed by Labour supporters as a more effective, optimistic and plain-speaking communicator than Starmer, who's quiet, lawyerly manner has consistently failed to connect with the public's national mood.
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Lucy is very isolated in this superficially tranquil domestic setting, separated from friends, far from her mother, dependent on Philip, and not even entirely fluent in German.
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The Orangery, one of nearly a dozen gardens, provides an exotic and tranquil refuge to recovery from the adrenaline.
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Coffin came up with the 1920s backdrop – an era that saw cinema shift from silent films to talkies — and did something the franchise rarely permits — make something personal.
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The Rangers offense was silent during the beginning of the game, while the defense held together.
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The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.
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Michaels adamantly submits that the answer is not submission in silence but a strong determination to fight for a party that once stood for America’s vision of liberty and justice for all, regardless of race or religion.
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Although additional human research is needed, these findings suggest silence may actively support long-term brain health.
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Chisholm scored on Jose Caballero's RBI groundout in the fourth inning before hitting a two-run homer in the sixth as New York ended a three-game losing streak and stopped Detroit's four-game winning streak.
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Disneyland officials said a cast member immediately stopped the ride.
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