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
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