go silent

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To stop communicating or making noise, often implying an abrupt change.

silentVERB + ADJECTIVE

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Examples (10)

  • The child suddenly went silent after seeing the monster.
  • During the tense negotiation, he went silent for a moment.
  • The usually chatty group went silent when the teacher entered the room.
  • After the shocking news, the entire audience went silent.
  • He went silent when asked about his involvement.
  • The moment the music stopped, the dancers went silent and still.
  • She went silent, contemplating her next move.
  • As soon as the suspect heard the siren, he went silent.
  • The normally boisterous crowd went silent as the national anthem began.
  • After a long explanation, he went silent, waiting for a response.