grow serious

Frequency: 6.225.4 per million words

To gradually stop joking and adopt a serious manner.

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Examples (10)

  • After the initial laughter, the atmosphere began to grow serious.
  • His expression would often grow serious when discussing politics.
  • The children's faces grew serious as their mother explained the rules.
  • It's important to know when to joke and when to grow serious.
  • As the conversation continued, her tone started to grow serious.
  • He tried to make a joke, but his audience only grew serious.
  • The playful mood quickly grew serious when the news broke.
  • Don't let your demeanor grow too serious during lighthearted moments.
  • She paused, and her eyes grew serious as she considered the implications.
  • Even in their fun, they knew when it was time to grow serious about their work.