Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lull-before-the-storm
idiom
/lʌl bɪˈfɔːr ðə stɔrm/
Definition
A period of calm or quiet that occurs before a time of chaos or intense activity.
Examples
- After the team’s initial victory, there was a lull-before-the-storm feeling as everyone anticipated the more challenging matches ahead.
- The serene evening offered a lull-before-the-storm vibe before the heavy rain arrived later that night.
Meaning
The phrase describes a temporary pause in an otherwise tumultuous situation, suggesting that trouble or disruption is about to follow.
Synonyms
- calm before the storm
- quiet before the storm
- stillness before upheaval
