the silence stretched

Examples (10)

• The awkward silence stretched between them, making both uncomfortable.
• As he hesitated, the uncomfortable silence stretched on, demanding an answer.
• The profound silence of the forest stretched out around them, broken only by the wind.
• She waited for an answer, but the silence only stretched, growing heavier with each passing second.
• After the shocking news, a heavy silence stretched across the room, stifling any immediate reaction.
• The children's silence stretched for what felt like an eternity after their parents' stern warning.
• Every time he asked a difficult question, the silence would stretch, indicating deep thought or reluctance.
• A tense silence stretched as everyone in the courtroom awaited the jury's verdict.
• Despite his attempts to break it, the oppressive silence continued to stretch, dominating the conversation.
• If the silence stretches too long during a meeting, someone usually feels compelled to speak.