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quiet

[kwahy-it] / ˈkwaɪ ɪt /








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He was known as a quiet kid who excelled at three things: drawing, raising parrots and math.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

"Usually, Chiang Mai is buzzing in March and April, but this year, it's just quiet," said tuk-tuk driver Chakkrawat Wichitchaisilp.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

After their exchange, the uncle was "very quiet… and left early", Sina says.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The brown butter lends a nutty undertone and caramel depth, a quiet bitterness that keeps the sweetness in check.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

We got quiet, only small baby noises between us.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith