* Despite his reputation as a brilliant scientist, Dr. Jones was surprisingly taciturn in social situations.
* The old fisherman, weathered and worn, was a taciturn man of few words.
* After the accident, she became taciturn, withdrawing into herself and rarely speaking.
* The jury was intrigued by the taciturn defendant, who only spoke to answer direct questions.
* The company's new CEO, known for his taciturn nature, rarely gave interviews or public statements.