lull
verb (used with object)
to put to sleep or rest by soothing means.
Example Sentences
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The 19-year-old, sporting a budding beard, usually operates from home, filling lulls by watching the TV show Criminal Minds or honing his drone-flying skills on a simulator.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
Naturally, this created relative lulls in the set for those newer to the singer and a welcome chance to catch a breath.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
In marking these tragic anniversaries, let’s applaud the liberty and prosperity that lulls us, while vowing to resist the totalitarian threats menacing us, be they overseas or next door.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
As families gather for the holidays, lulls in the festivities provide a calm, unhurried opportunity to have heartfelt talks.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 2, 2025
The susurration of their wings lulls me, I guess.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
