prolonged silence

Examples (10)

• The prolonged silence in the room made everyone uncomfortable.
• After the shocking news, there was a prolonged silence.
• The interviewer's question was met with a prolonged silence.
• A prolonged silence can sometimes be more telling than words.
• He waited, but only a prolonged silence answered him.
• The audience sat in prolonged silence after the dramatic performance.
• The prolonged silence on the issue from the government was concerning.
• She found the prolonged silence between them unbearable.
• A prolonged silence often indicates deep thought or disapproval.
• The prolonged silence after the phone call left her wondering what to do next.