What’s the meaning of peace and quiet?

“Peace and quiet” is an idiom that means “a state of calm or relaxation, free from noise and disturbance.”

Given that idioms are fixed phrases, you cannot use “peace and quiet” with synonyms for quiet (e.g., “peace and silence,” while making sense, doesn’t sound natural).

“Peace and quiet” is similar to the idiom “peace of mind,” which focuses more on your mental state than the environment around you.

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