deafening silence
idiomA noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.
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blue wall of silence
Strict secretiveness maintained by the members of a police force with respect to information which might be contrary to their interests, especially information concerning questionable police actions.
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dead silence
A particularly notable/awkward silence or absence of response.
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pact of silence
A tacit agreement not to discuss a certain topic
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speech is silver, silence is golden
Not saying anything is often better than speaking too much or saying something inappropriate.
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suffer in silence
To tolerate a bad situation without complaining.
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wall of silence
Strict secretiveness maintained by the members of a group with respect to information which might be contrary to their interests, especially information concerning questionable actions by members of the group.