1
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
bats taking flight in the stilly summer evening
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2
as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
dipping my paddle into the stilly water, I began canoeing across the pond
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as in silent
mostly or entirely without sound
the blissful peace of a star-filled, stilly night
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stilly
Adjective
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Without it, people go quiet, engagement drops and growth stalls.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025 -
When Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of public emergency in 1975, normally boisterous outdoor meeting spaces, public buses, and pubs suddenly went quiet.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Buyers are moving away from light and airy tones, favoring deeper hues that feel modern, tranquil, and organic.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
17 June 2025
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Mercedes uses rich wood trim, white Nappa leather, white silk, and polished aluminum to create an atmosphere that's both tranquil and glamorous.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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The system has 60 chime tones and five volume levels, including a silent mode with flashing lights, which is great for nap times or users with hearing needs.—
Kat de Naoum,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 June 2025
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That creates a silent burden for those left behind.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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Iran has long maintained that its nuclear program is peaceful, and U.S. intelligence agencies have assessed that Tehran is not actively pursuing a bomb.—
Jon Gambrell,
Fortune,
26 June 2025
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My students said these are small, unexpected spots that provide an excellent opportunity for a quiet, peaceful break, to be present, whether enjoyed alone or with a friend.—
Eric Zillmer,
The Conversation,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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Highlights ranged from a placid morning setting out on Lake Ontario to a crowded afternoon carefully crossing shipping lanes in New York Harbor.—
Taylor Haney,
NPR,
18 June 2025
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Shortly after, the placid family evening was interrupted when, prosecutors alleged, Jenkins’ brother, Jalonie, stabbed her so brutally that her trachea was split in half.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Big Momma the alligator is one of his muses, as are curious bobcats and the serene landscape.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
28 June 2025
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The entire island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, a kaleidoscope of lush valleys, dramatic waterfalls and serene lagoons.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Pre-season in still weeks away, so fans would do well to remember that and stay calm.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Debris is spilled onto the street after what the Mayor described as a bomb exploded near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California, on May 17, 2025, in a still image from video.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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There’s something wonderfully timeless about pushing off from shore in a canoe as the paddles dip quietly through calm water as dragonflies skim by.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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What if your government made the calm, rational decision that your country must cease to exist, then set about shutting it down in stages, as the currency became worthless and the population scrambled to emigrate?—
Judy Berman,
Time,
27 June 2025
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“Stilly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stilly. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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