taciturn

Example Sentences

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The authorities say it was an accident, but Isaiah’s neighbor—a taciturn, tough-minded 37-year-old woman named Smilla—suspects foul play.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

The taciturn Julie is quick to note how different their circumstances are, but Emily gives her some hard-earned wisdom in return.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

The new bridge, constructed with Turkish assistance, was recently completed under the watchful eye of a professional, if taciturn, Ugandan army unit.

From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025

In a mountainous village of post-war Italy, a taciturn Sicilian soldier hides out after deserting the army.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024

Only old Benjamin was much the same as ever, except for being a little greyer about the muzzle, and, since Boxer’s death, more morose and taciturn than ever.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell