"Relative silence" means a situation where there is not complete or absolute silence, but rather a decrease in noise or a quieter environment compared to what was previously there.
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- They present this version as basically a joke, recommending a few scenes that are especially awkward in relative silence. (dvdizzy.com)
- Since there has been relative silence until the dam burst, it's hard not to take this one seriously. (dispatches.cheatcc.com)
- And relative silence seems to be the appropriate response, for speaking while holding your breath does not seem to go well together. (nakedpastor.com)
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