lull in

Frequency: 7.210.5 per million words

used to specify what has paused, e.g., fighting, conversation

lullPREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • There was a momentary lull in the conversation.
  • The storm offered a brief lull in its intensity.
  • We enjoyed a peaceful lull in the afternoon's busy schedule.
  • The teacher noticed a lull in the children's activity.
  • After a long journey, there was a welcome lull in the travel.
  • The market experienced a significant lull in trading.
  • He hoped for a lull in the constant pressure at work.
  • During a lull in the fighting, aid workers distributed supplies.
  • A sudden lull in the wind made sailing difficult.
  • We decided to take a break during a lull in the negotiations.