Example sentences of "[adj] silence for a moment " in BNC.

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1 She gazed back at him in thoughtful silence for a moment , and shook her head doubtfully .
2 There was an uncomfortable silence for a moment and then she went on , ‘ Is this an example of your research methods ?
3 Penry Vaughan studied her in brooding silence for a moment , then glanced at the forgotten tray on the bedside table .
4 There was a glum silence for a moment or two then Frau Nordern climbed into bed .
5 Mrs Palichuk was reduced to stunned silence for a moment .
6 Blasendorf gaped at Sharpe in shocked silence for a moment .
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