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Stony

usgb/ˈstəʊni/Volume
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Emotional ColdnessPlay
Used to describe someone's demeanor as unresponsive or indifferent, often during emotional situations. SlideHe received the bad news with a stony face, showing no reaction.
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Intensity of SilencePlay
'Stony silence' implies a heavy, deep silence that is often uncomfortable or tense. SlideAfter the argument, there was a stony silence in the room.
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Used for DramaPlay
In storytelling, 'stony' can heighten the sense of conflict or seriousness in a character's reaction. SlideHer stony demeanor during the confrontation made him more nervous.
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