What had been quiet and restful was now silent and empty.

Frederick Barthelme
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The expression, "What had been quiet and restful was now silent and empty," is used to express the idea that something that has been calm and peaceful is suddenly changed to a state of anxiety and turmoil. It also carries the thought that something that has been calm and peaceful - such as a home or office - is suddenly stripped of its peace.

Source: Elroy Nights

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