People whispered quietly so as not to disturb others.

Meaning: This sentence describes the behavior of people in the library, where they spoke softly to avoid disrupting the peaceful and quiet atmosphere.

Choice of Words: People is a general term used to refer to human beings. Whispered means to speak softly or in a low voice. Quietly means in a quiet or silent manner.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• She opened the door quietly, hoping not to disturb the sleeping baby.
• She whispered softly, not wanting to disturb anyone.
• I closed the door softly, not to disturb anyone.
• Time is money, waste not, want not.
• Waste not, want not.
• She opened the door quietly to avoid disturbing others.
• Others hid quietly.
• Polite people listen carefully to others.
• Polite people don't interrupt others when they're talking.
• Polite people hold the door open for others.