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(idiomatic) A noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.

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deafening silence

Source Word

deafening silence

Noun

idiomatic uncountable usually

(idiomatic) A noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.

Japanese Meaning

不賛成や無関心を示す、際立った静寂 / 反対や興味の欠如を表現する、際立った沈黙

When the manager asked for volunteers, a deafening silence fell over the room.

マネージャーがボランティアを募ったとき、部屋は言葉を失うほどの沈黙に包まれた。

Sense（1）

(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.

deafening silences

（ plural ）