deafening silence

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deafening silence (usually uncountable, plural deafening silences)

  1. (idiomatic) A noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.
    The suggestion that they work through the holidays met with deafening silence.

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