be quiet

Example Sentences

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I held pen and paper in my hand, ordering my children to be quiet as they moved between playing and watching the screen.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

He also struggles if he is meant to be quiet for a long time.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 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

I yelled at them, loud and harsh, to be quiet.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich