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deathly quiet

ADJECTIVE
still
Synonyms
STRONG
closed fixed halcyon hushed pacific sealed smooth stable static stock-still whist
WEAK
at rest buttoned-up clammed up close-mouthed dead deathlike deathly deathly still hushful inert lifeless noiseless peaceful placid restful serene silent soundless stagnant stationary tranquil undisturbed unruffled unstirring untroubled
Antonyms
STRONG
broken changeable unfixed variable
WEAK
agitated moving stirred unquiet

Example Sentences

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The atmosphere among those who came to mourn the tragedy was deathly quiet.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

Yet Saturday night ended with deathly quiet surrounding what appears to be another lost season.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2023

But the market has been deathly quiet in recent weeks, as a prolonged drought has plunged Zimbabwe into a severe energy crisis.

From Science Magazine • Mar. 7, 2023

“They had a push and they capitalized on their chances,” Sprong said in a deathly quiet visitors’ locker room as the Kraken hurriedly packed in anticipation of the Christmas break now upon them.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2022

It was deathly quiet among the houses of Capricorn's village, and everything that went on seemed to be done in secret.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke