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ilent

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition 1: Not making or accompanied by any sound.

Example Sentence 1: The classroom was so silent that you could hear a pin drop.

Example Sentence 2: The forest was silent, except for the occasional rustle of leaves.

Definition 2: Not speaking; taciturn.

Example Sentence 1: John remained silent during the meeting, giving no hint of his thoughts.

Example Sentence 2: She stared at him in silent disbelief.

Definition 3: Silencing or suppressing one's own thoughts or emotions.

Example Sentence 1: She kept her silent grief hidden from everyone.

Example Sentence 2: He remained silent about the issue, not wanting to cause any trouble.

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