quiet
Example Sentences
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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
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