be quiet

Example Sentences

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He said he thought Holly would probably get in the car and be quiet, but Jessica wouldn't.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Wilson clearly desires children to be quiet little automatons, instead of living, complex human beings.

From Salon • Feb. 16, 2026

So it’s just juggling that, but taking out the little moments to just be quiet and cook and feed my people.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

When certified, operators can use eVTOL to ferry passengers short distances in what are hoped to be quiet, safe, and easy-to-operate aircraft.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

I yelled at them, loud and harsh, to be quiet.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich