silencing

Example Sentences

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Silencing the phone and waiting until after the meeting to check it is the least disruptive option.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

As it happens, one exists: the Silencing Science Tracker posted by Columbia Law School.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2025

"Silencing of the SIX2 gene, on the other hand, significantly reduced the malignancy of cancer cells that are resistant to hormonal therapies," Doctoral Researcher Noora Leppänen of the University of Eastern Finland notes.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2024

Titled Silencing Women, he says the report "aims to shed light on the disturbing reality of women's lives at risk, providing crucial information to address victim blaming, under-reporting and to inspire meaningful action".

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2024

Though at first enjoyable, Fwooper song will eventually drive the listener to insanity and the Fwooper is consequently sold with a Silencing Charm upon it, which will need monthly reinforcement.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling