Each supported a female figure, and all observed a profound silence.

Then it was indeed that I observed a profound silence in the streets.

Japan observes silence as the search for missing people goes on.

Emily stood too long in one spot and made us observe complete silence.

Had he observed strict silence for an extended period after breakfast?

We haven't been observing full electronic silence; and they had to expect that the capital would be defended.

For a long time she and Simeon observed silence.

Bill observed a discreet silence before asking whether she wished to view the contents page.

On the subject of politics, Campbell observed a silence and moderation which might arise from caution.

That is to say that one should refrain from speaking even good, and observe silence.