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Silenced or restrained, as if with a gag
“The silenced prisoners could only communicate through subtle nods and eye contact.”
Low in volume
Incapable of speaking
Not said or uttered
Unwilling or incapable of communicating
Past tense for to deaden or muffle the noise or volume of
“She smothered the radio with a pillow to silence it as soon as she heard another Eminem track play.”
Past tense for to reduce the strength or intensity of, especially volume
“I am curious if anyone knows, or has heard, of a technique to silence the volume of a trumpet.”
Past tense for to put an end to something, especially one's ability to speak or express oneself
“He had hoped that his success would silence his critics, but they would only grow more vehement.”
Past tense for to end the life of, as a means to prevent the divulgence of information
“Helga would engage a hitman to silence anyone who would even dare to criticize her or her husband.”
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