hush

Example Sentences

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Chants of "let's go Alexandra" frequently rang out, then hush descended when her American opponent sealed the match.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

Those familiar with Crosstrek over the years should be equally surprised by the hush and pliant ride of today’s model.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025

A hush fell as chief judge Neil Mugg reappeared.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025

A quiet hush fell over the Chargers’ facility during Thursday’s practice after one of the team’s biggest stars went down with an injury.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2025

I glance around at the shadows and cobwebs and the windowpane that rattles with even the slightest hush of a breeze.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender