hushed

Example Sentences

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The broadcaster, famous for his distinctive hushed tone, set new standards for natural history documentaries with programmes like Life on Earth, Planet Earth and The Blue Planet.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

To the uninitiated, cross-country skiing looks like a graceful, rhythmic activity set against a hushed winter landscape.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

After speaking in a hushed tone, Gamboa testified, Oropeza hung up, turned to Reyna and said, “Go handle that.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 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

When we enter the fancy hotel where Mom works, I relax in the hushed lobby with the twinkling chandelier.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari