keep quiet
Example Sentences
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I think maybe they learned the lesson that it’s best to ignore us, but it’s probably going to be pretty hard for him to keep quiet.
From Slate ● Jul. 12, 2026
On Sunday, they pleaded with passersby and motorcyclists to keep quiet as they tried to listen for any sound of life—a cry for help, a cough or heavy breathing—from people under the rubble.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 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
Late night legend David Letterman was an anchor of the CBS lineup for over two decades, and he can’t keep quiet about what he’s seeing from the network’s news division.
From Salon ● Jan. 11, 2026
The smart ones learned to keep quiet and let Smith initiate a conversation, which he did every once in a while.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
