stilled
Example Sentences
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She and Justin held their daughter for a few precious moments as her heartbeat stilled, marveling at her perfect tiny fingers and toes and whispering private words of love.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
That promise of stilled beauty is borne out in these pages.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 21, 2025
I felt strong and happy, stilled with the peace that comes after a hard workout.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2025
The human body, in glorious and panicked motion and, too often, sadly stilled.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 30, 2023
When I tried to tell him of my adventures and misadventures, he responded with a casual indifference which stilled the tale on my lips.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
