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.
(..) autumn colors coming in. Still, you'll find more green here than anywhere else. You're nervous. You're a nervous talker. That's not any better being a nervous mute. I didn't think I'd ever come back here after my father made me renounce my title and inheritance and, well, threaten to (..)2016 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Blood of My Blood Season: 6 Episode 6