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lull n

Lull means a temporary calm or pause. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of lull

  • a temporary calm or pause
  • to soothe

Usage examples of lull

There was a lull in the storm, a brief quiet period before the wind returned.

The nurse tried to lull the baby to sleep by rocking him gently.

Sales often hit a lull after the holidays, when fewer customers are shopping.

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