The scientists have been 'mute' [=they have not said anything] about the results of the tests.
He 'muted' his criticism of the president. [=he expressed his criticism less harshly]
We just sat there, 'mute' [='speechless'], unable to explain what happened.
(..) The last ones with balls anyway. If I kill you... who can I talk to? Hmm? I've got a crew full of mutes. It gets lonely at sea. Are we in King's Landing? Mm. You picked the losing side. Then I'll sail the Iron Fleet (..)2019 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Winterfell Season: 8 Episode 1