lull
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/lʌl/
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/lʌl/
A short period of calm or quiet, often before a storm or a busy time.
The lull in the conversation allowed us to hear the distant thunder.
对话中的平静让我们听到了远处的雷声。
To make someone feel calm or relaxed, often by a gentle or soothing action.
The lull of the ocean waves helped me fall asleep.
海浪的平静帮我入睡。
To make something weaker or to become less intense.
The storm gradually lulled, and we were able to go outside.
风暴逐渐平息,我们可以出去了。