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Examples
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The girl didn't know the meaning of the word quiet.
The Hunt Brennan, Allison 2006
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There matters were livelier, for there were living five healthy, happy children, whose mother scarcely knew the meaning of the word quiet.
Holiday Stories for Young People Various 1875
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"Well, my wife and children get what they call quiet.
Little Journey in the World Charles Dudley Warner 1864
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"Well, my wife and children get what they call quiet.
The Complete Project Gutenberg Writings of Charles Dudley Warner Charles Dudley Warner 1864
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If you cant speak well of the departed, it is best to remain quiet.
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He said that he did not know the whole situation, until you do know, it would be best to remain quiet.
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Now, Bantry, I appeal to you for the sake of your old football days, don't show me up -- keep my name quiet. "
Trailin'! Max Brand 1918
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When it comes to steroids, Thomas won't remain quiet.
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Finally, this teacher asked the blind woman to please remain quiet.
Shut Up!! Dave Hingsburger 2007
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We attend the children's mass at our parish, a service that could never be described as quiet.
All are Welcome Here Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur 2007
frogapplause commented on the word quiet.
Is it just me... or is that a very noisy period?
March 10, 2009