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Recent Examples of nonspeaking
Finally, a shout-out to actor Ryan Cooper, who plays the dead man, for the most part a nonspeaking role.
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Gary Thompson, Philly.com, 15 June 2017
Gary Thompson, Philly.com, 15 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonspeaking
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End of an era: Blue Man Group, the wordless theatrical troupe of drumbeating, paint-splattering, baldheaded blue performers, will end its New York run after more than three decades and 17,000 performances.James Barron, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
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In the show, a trio of wordless performers, bald and blue-skinned, turn all manner of tubes, drums and other devices into percussion instruments and pull off eye-popping stunts with marshmallows, paint and Cap’n Crunch cereal.Doug George, Chicago Tribune, 22 Nov. 2024
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The Nanu Arc has a vintage feel with modern capabilities like a gradual wake alarm, silent clock movement, and a fully repairable build.Matthew Medendorp, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2024
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Near the end of the last chorus, the instruments go respectfully silent as the narrator makes his confession a capella.Tom Zoellner, SPIN, 27 Nov. 2024
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Breznik’s husband, Matjaž, a reserved and soft-spoken man, is her sous-chef.Ellen Ruppel Shell, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Nov. 2024
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By that time, most of the people who came to watch had cleared the sales floor for the more inviting environs of their idling black cars or their reserved table at Mr. Chow.George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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The Orioles are mum on their secret sauce – there are plenty of theories – though some of their guiding principles aren’t necessarily groundbreaking.Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 2024
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The major airlines have largely been mum about the programs and their profitability, only referencing them in their filings and public statements.Chris Isidore, CNN, 8 Sep. 2024
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For many foreigners, Finns have a reputation for being stoic, serious, and taciturn.Brett Braley, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
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The typically taciturn Gilmour didn’t address or endorse any presidential nominees.Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
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Often, a less qualified candidate who displays high energy and eagerness can outshine a more qualified individual who appears disinterested and uncommunicative.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
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Sasse was uncommunicative and sometimes unresponsive to the university’s students and staff.Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2024
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During that time, the laconic Puddy began dating Seinfeld's friend Elaine, played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus.Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Trump cannot stop talking, especially about himself; Australians are laconic and taciturn.Michael Fullilove, Foreign Affairs, 15 Aug. 2017
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Kendall Jenner was first thrust into the public eye 16 years ago, as the quiet, tomboyish 11-year-old younger sister on Keeping Up With the Kardashians.Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
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Hill had a quiet night, ending with six receptions for 83 yards, with a big chunk coming on a 30-yard reception in the fourth quarter when the game was basically over.Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Nonspeaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonspeaking. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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