quieted
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The group quieted down like scandalized school children.
From Salon • May 29, 2026
His excellence eventually stifled racism and quieted critics.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
Though they sometimes escalate into larger-scale military drills, these maneuvers, which once dominated news headlines, quieted to a din as they became routine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026
Even as protests have quieted, repression continues in other forms.
From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026
There was more murmuring in the courtroom now, but the crowd quickly quieted to hear more.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
![]()