stilled
Example Sentences
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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
I felt strong and happy, stilled with the peace that comes after a hard workout.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2025
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
Her high-pitched voice, which parted the air in the Store, was forever stilled, and the plump brown face had been deflated and patted flat like a cow’s ordurous dropping.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
