lull
verb (used with object)
to put to sleep or rest by soothing means.
Example Sentences
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The first hour of the drive was easy enough, lulling us into a false sense of security.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
So it was surprising that Miller’s wife, Katie Miller, started hosting a YouTube show, the purpose of which appears to be lulling viewers to sleep.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2025
He had a warm, lulling tone but played — like the concertmaster, Frank Huang, in the Sibelius last week — with the selfless stage presence of a section leader rather than an assertive star.
From New York Times ● Jun. 9, 2023
Combined, they mean lulling the opponent into complacency, Mr. Pillsbury said.
From Washington Times ● May 4, 2023
I tried to pay attention, but the monotonous voice of the narrator kept lulling me to sleep.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
