- present progressive of quiet (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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“I see nothing that suggests this virus is quieting down,” said Kristian Andersen, an immunologist at Scripps Research.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 18, 2021
So far, Scott is quieting doubts on one important front — fundraising.
From Washington Post • Apr. 17, 2021
I think it's because the noise is quieting down.
From Salon • Jan. 11, 2020
Indeed, a good indication that one is growing is that the ego is quieting.
From Scientific American • May 26, 2018
It’s late, after ten o’clock, and everything is quieting down for the night.
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
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