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Is the word "quiet" also used as a verb?

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Rebecca

Yes! "Quiet" can be used as a verb. It's considered American English! And the phrase "quiet down" is also a common phrasal verb to tell others to make less noise or to be quiet. Ex: Can you quiet the dogs down? They keep barking. Ex: Quiet down, everyone. The movie is about to begin.

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