stilled
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This is soccer’s ritual now, a beautiful, flowing sport stilled by cold technology that no one seems to love.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
She and Justin held their daughter for a few precious moments as her heartbeat stilled, marveling at her perfect tiny fingers and toes and whispering private words of love.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
Behind her is a painting in dark umber of a viola da gamba, a stilled music that suggests or confirms the love theme of the picture.
From New York Times ● May 25, 2023
Reality stilled for just a moment, allowing me to appreciate the feeling of performing with so many talented musicians after rehearsing together for just a day.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 19, 2023
He raised a hand, fingers dancing through the air in a complicated array of signals, and at once the dogs stilled.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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