keep quiet
Example Sentences
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The ones cautious enough to keep quiet and wait are the people Clark wants.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
"When I was younger I used to just keep quiet and felt patronised and belittled," she said.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
Some who continue to show up keep quiet about the detentions or deportations of family members because they feel ashamed, Cardona said.
From Salon • Mar. 2, 2026
He’s become close to a father and his usually nonverbal son who can’t keep quiet at shows, asking questions and singing along.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026
But me and Dad had the sense to keep quiet.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
