be quiet

Example Sentences

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She said she was “a dancer from the age of two” and was “constantly singing” – so much so that family members would often send her off to get cookies to be quiet.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

So it’s just juggling that, but taking out the little moments to just be quiet and cook and feed my people.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

When certified, operators can use eVTOL to ferry passengers short distances in what are hoped to be quiet, safe, and easy-to-operate aircraft.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Aston Villa are hoping to bring in a Japan international but might be quiet having done good business in the summer.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026

I waited anxiously, signaling to my sisters to be quiet as she pondered.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall