deafening silence
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Noun
[edit]deafening silence (usually uncountable, plural deafening silences)
- (idiomatic) A noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.
- The suggestion that they work through the holidays met with deafening silence.
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[edit]noteworthy silence or absence or response signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm
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