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quietus

/kwɪˈtjuːs/ noun · British & US
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What does quietus mean?

noun

The final end or conclusion of something; a person's death. A person's death, especially one that is sudden or unexpected.

Example

"The quietus came suddenly, without warning, and left the community in shock."

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