be silent

Example Sentences

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But Ashaal’s family, part of a powerful tribe in south Yemen, was the rare case where the victims refused to be silent.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Cynthia Lee Fontaine replied, "Trash. But we will continue to ensure we will continue with our rights. We will NOT be silent."

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2025

"The British Crown committed heinous crimes against the first peoples of this country... I will not be silent," the independent senator said.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2024

He tried on occasion and the judge ordered him to be silent, slapped him with fines and the threat of worse.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2024

Sometimes I must be silent and give them time.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera