hushed

Example Sentences

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Hard to say, but Scotland were hushed for too long in this game, too respectful of the visitors, not aggressive enough and too easily brushed off the ball, too flat, not enough edge.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Later, in the airport terminal, a slim, silver-haired conference attendee confirmed the snippets of hushed chatter I’d overheard in the Bellagio’s hallways.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

Japan's emperor is generally treated with hushed reverence, but one man stripped away all decorum -- quite literally -- during a New Year's event on Friday, local media reported.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

When people think about the world’s foremost grandmasters, they might imagine two geniuses in a hushed room leaning over a chess board.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 25, 2025

Marisol’s voice is hushed, her words rapid and anxious.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day