What is "quietened"

Usage examples of "quietened".

Quickly she quietened the dogs then gave them the command that would set them hunting again, though this time silently.

Instantly the onlookers quietened, but the two combatants continued their fisticuffs.

That fear kept the thoughts in check and quietened the urgent demands of her body.

His voice quietened her, so that she did as she was told with a slow clumsiness.

The boy quietened presently and quite soon worn out with fright, dropped off to sleep.

The moment the dusky brown mouse disappeared, the pack animal quietened, carrying on grazing as though nothing had happened.

He became so enraged that Ryan had quietened him, reminding him that they were supposed to be brothers, trading in bullets.