silence

Example Sentences

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In the days that followed, repressive new laws were adopted here to silence dissent and punish criticism of the authorities.

From BBC

They also silenced criticism over a lack of goals from their forwards as Viktor Gyokeres and Gabriel Jesus struck in the second half.

From Barron's

The message was heard in silence among the 6,000 or so spectators present.

From Barron's

His dedication to silence shifts the focus to the art and what Spear does without speaking.

From Salon

Lemon has also declared that he won’t “be silenced” in his pursuit of justice for his actions as protected under the First Amendment and journalistic ethics and standards.

From Salon