Meaning of the word "the calm before the storm" in English
What does "the calm before the storm" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the calm before the storm
US /ðə kɑːm bɪˈfɔːr ðə stɔːrm/
UK /ðə kɑːm bɪˈfɔːr ðə stɔːrm/
Idiom
1.
a period of unusual quiet or inactivity before a period of great activity, excitement, or trouble
Example:
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Everyone was quiet, but I knew it was just the calm before the storm.
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The quiet morning was the calm before the storm of the busy workday.
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