silent
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Students demanded investigations and accountability, occupied universities and organized silent vigils across the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
In describing Capra’s bumpy apprenticeship, “Frank Capra” doubles as a history of Hollywood’s early days and its transition from silent films to talkies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
So much so, in fact, that on the Wednesday night that we visited for a sold-out event, the sparsely populated lounge area was nearly silent.
From Salon ● Oct. 24, 2026
Nugent - a local from the nearby town of Tarrawingee and known as an environmental campaigner - remained silent and emotionless during his brief court appearance.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026
“Pos-i-lute.ly.” Anna May’s voice was quite deep, but the tone was light, frivolous, different from what I’d imagined when I’d seen her on the silent screen.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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Spelling Practice 2, Unit 8
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