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quiet The state of being free from loud sounds, particularly in the sense of being excessively or unpleasantly noisy. ■ When I told my friend to be quiet, he just laughed and said "You can't make me be quiet!"
exterminating To be extremely annoying or inconvenient, often to the point of wanting them gone. ■ "I'm exterminating this loud ringing in my ear. Can someone please quiet it down?"
focuses A way of focusing your attention on something. ■ When you're trying to study for a test but can't seem to focus, you might need to find a quiet place to study and turn off all distractions.
grills nounA group of people who are particularly annoying or bothersome. ■ "The grills were so loud and obnoxious that the entire neighborhood was begging for them to be quiet."
happens An unexpected event that causes confusion or frustration. ■ I was planning on having a quiet evening at home, but then my cat decided to throw up all over the couch and all my plans went out the window.
hush A state of quietness or silence, often used to signal that someone should be quiet. ■ When the librarian gave them the stink eye, they knew it was time to hush.
mutating The act of constantly changing from one form or state to another, often in a humorous and unpredictable manner. ■ "I thought she was quiet but then she started mutating into a loud and obnoxious person."
passenger A person who is being transported somewhere, typically by car or airplane. ■ The passenger in the back seat was so quiet that I didn't even know they were there until we reached our destination.
peacefully To be calm and quiet, without any disturbances or violence. ■ John peacefully finished his homework and went to bed early.
quaker A person who is extremely quiet, to the point of being almost mute. ■ John was a quaker at work. Whenever someone asked him a question, he would just nod and say "hmm" before walking away.
sidle A person who is not actively participating in a conversation or activity, but is listening and observing. ■ "I don't know why he was so quiet during the meeting," said Jane. "He was just sidelining."
Silences The act of being completely and utterably quiet. ■ "I'm sorry, I don't know how to make small talk during dinner. I prefer to engage in awkward silences instead."
subsided To settle down or become quiet. ■ After the storm subsided, the rain stopped pouring down and the streets became calm.
Swat A quick and forceful blow, usually used to silence or quiet something. ■ "The teacher gave me a swat on the wrist when I talked out of turn."
whispered A quiet, barely audible utterance. ■ "I whispered to my friend that I thought he was a little silly."
Alcove A small, secluded nook or recess, often used as a resting place for weary travelers or as a quiet retreat from the bustling world outside. ■ "After a long day of hiking through the wilderness, the weary travelers finally stumbled upon a cozy alcove to rest in.
blackmail The act of extorting money or favors from someone in exchange for not revealing embarrassing information about them. ■ "I accidentally sent my boss an email with my cat's latest poop joke. But instead of apologizing, he demanded $100 to keep it quiet. That's some serious blackmail!"
caboose a small, box-shaped compartment at the end of a train car that is used for sleeping or storage ■ "The caboose was my favorite place to sleep on long train rides because it was so quiet and cozy!", a term for a person who is slow or behind in everything, often used as an insult ■ "He's such a caboose when it comes to work - he always has to catch up on deadlines."
Clammed To become extremely quiet or tight-lipped, often in order to avoid answering a question or revealing information. ■ "I clammed up when she asked about my past," said John, who was trying to keep his dark secret hidden from the world.
countryside The rural areas, characterized by their natural beauty and tranquility. ■ She decided to take a trip to the countryside for some peace and quiet. Little did she know that the only thing peaceful about it was the lack of any other people around.
Creepy Adjective: Something that makes you feel uneasy or uncomfortable, often because it is overly quiet, dark, or mysterious. ■ The old, abandoned mansion on the edge of town was rumored to be creepy due to its spooky creaking floorboards and eerie silence.
Gagged A person or thing that is prevented from speaking by being held in place with a rope or other fastening, usually at the mouth. ■ He was gagged and tied up in order to keep him quiet during the interrogation.
Goodies A collection of tasty treats, often containing sweets, that are usually given to children as a reward for good behavior or to keep them quiet during long car rides. ■ "I'll be the judge of what constitutes goodies," said the mother, as she handed her child a bag full of candy and cookies.
neighbour A person or thing living or existing close by. ■ Last night, I accidentally woke up my neighbor by slamming my front door at 3 AM. I'm not sure how they managed to find me and yell "quiet!" so loudly, but it was definitely a memorable moment.
rustle A quiet, usually brief, rustling sound made by the movement of leaves or other light materials, often accompanied by a faint whispering. ■ "The wind rustled through the trees, making me shiver with anticipation.", A slight shake or disturbance in the air or atmosphere, often caused by a sudden change in temperature. ■ "I felt a rustle of cold air on my neck as I walked outside.", A nervous or agitated state, often characterized by fidgeting and restless behavior. ■ "She was in such a rustle about finishing her project that she barely noticed me walking in."
sleeper A person or thing that is very quiet, unobtrusive, and often overlooked until something unexpected happens. ■ "That old man in the back of the room was such a sleeper, but when they started singing his favorite song he suddenly came to life!
snoring The act of making a loud, hoarse sound through the nose while sleeping. ■ "My husband's snoring keeps me awake at night! I wish he would learn to keep it down or use some kind of device to quiet himself."
squeal 1. An intense, high-pitched sound produced by a pig or other animal in distress or when it is being attacked. ■ "The little piggy squealed and ran away as fast as it could.", 2. To make an unpleasant, whining sound, often in protest or to get attention. ■ "I don't want to do my homework! I squeal when it's time to study.", 3. To tell on someone or betray a secret, often in exchange for something valuable. ■ "I was going to keep quiet, but then I heard the offer and I just couldn't resist squealing."
whispers A way for small creatures to communicate with each other by making very quiet noises that only they can hear. ■ "When the little mice gathered around the cheese, they began to whisper amongst themselves about which one would get the first bite. It was hilarious to watch them so serious about something as small as a piece of cheese."