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as in quietly
without motion
the cat sat absolutely still, watching as the mouse began to make its way across the floor
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as in however
in spite of that
their star player was injured in yesterday's game; still, it looks like he will be able to play today
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the town's streets are usually still and peopleless in the early morning hours
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
the air was ominously still as dark clouds gathered in the distance
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as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound
in his paintings Paul Gauguin depicts a still tropical paradise inhabited by mute and motionless natives
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
in the still of the forest he could relax and forget his worries
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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound
a loud noise shattered the still of the night
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as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
it seemed as though nothing could still the fighting
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
reading a book helps me to relax and still my mind before going to bed
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Recent Examples of still
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
The gift shop is still the same, though.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2025
Near a still portion of the Cosumnes River, a dragonfly settled on the turquoise dress of Kimberly Petree, a direct descendant of the Miwok people.
—Olivia Cyrus
july 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025
Miles Socha, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2025
Detectives also tracked social media sites used by the two men, which showed stills and video of both of them displaying items identical to those purchased from the Temple Place jewelry shop.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
Anupreeta Das, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Gone were the swimmers and speedboats, and the blaring din of the casino juke box was stilled.
—Ted Janes, Outdoor Life, 29 May 2025
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Adverb
Set the table with all greens, reds, or Gaines’ favorite, whites and blues, and this ceramic platter will still fit right in.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
The gift shop is still the same, though.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Like its still imagery, the Phone (3)'s video cameras capture accurate color and fine details.
—PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2025
Near a still portion of the Cosumnes River, a dragonfly settled on the turquoise dress of Kimberly Petree, a direct descendant of the Miwok people.
—Olivia Cyrus
july 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025
Noun
Photographer Tyrone Lebon, a frequent collaborator of Mulier’s, took care of the stills, while Frank Lebon directed the accompanying videos, billed as a first for the maison.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2025
Detectives also tracked social media sites used by the two men, which showed stills and video of both of them displaying items identical to those purchased from the Temple Place jewelry shop.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
May 31, 2025 The drones and missiles have been stilled after India and Pakistan’s brief but intense military battle this month.
—Anupreeta Das, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Gone were the swimmers and speedboats, and the blaring din of the casino juke box was stilled.
—Ted Janes, Outdoor Life, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for still
Adverb
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Still, the Cornhusker State quietly offers stunning wildflower experiences throughout the seasons—and fall is one of the best times to see its prairies' most stunning displays.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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In recent months, the US Marine Corps quietly leased a 57,000-square-foot warehouse at the former Subic Bay Naval Supply Depot.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Hale thinks the housing market overall is a bit healthier than the low level of sales might indicate, however.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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That posture is expected to shift, however.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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On highways and surface roads in the rural countryside west of Detroit, the 2025 Ford Explorer was smooth and quiet, with plenty of power for highway acceleration.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The peak of hurricane season is here, and activity could soon ramp up, despite the relative quiet currently occurring in the tropics, according to meteorologists.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Tucked along the Current River, Blue Spring is a tranquil, can’t-miss spot in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Aug. 2025
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Water features are a key component thanks to their tranquil sound and rhythmic flow.—
Laura Fenton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Inside the West Wing, staff sat in shocked silence, scrolling to see the latest updates of news on their phones and messages on their computer screens.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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After a near-fatal experience, Kaif began seeing both stories and silences differently.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fall weather isn't stopping the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) as its crews are set to begin a number of construction work across the state.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Good Fortune follows Reeves as an angel, Gabriel, tasked by his boss, Martha (Sandra Oh), with stopping humans from dying while texting and driving.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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They’re placed on or next to the body and struck with a mallet to release a calming vibration and mellifluous tone that eases muscles, sparking an immediately soothing effect on the nervous system and improving synaptic responses in the brain.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Rusty wanted to do something stupid, but the calming presence of Billy negated all of Rusty’s throbbing impulses.—
Manuel Muñoz,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Jena asked, for which she was shushed), that was spotted and strong enough to kill a man.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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In the background of the video, the 35-year-old could be heard mumbling offscreen before Megan playfully shushed him.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
14 July 2025
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“Still.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/still. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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