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to break the silence
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to end a period of quietness or lack of communication by speaking, making noise, or taking action
Collocation
Example
The forest was quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds breaking the silence.
Abruptly breaking the silence, the blaring alarm clock jolted her awake from a peaceful sleep.
Sometimes, a simple gesture can break the silence and convey more than words ever could.
As the kayaker navigated the river, the paddle would occasionally splash, breaking the silence of the flowing water.
As we walked through the woods, the hoot of an owl broke the silence, adding to the mysterious atmosphere.
