in peace

idiom

: in a state of quiet and calm : peacefully
They have lived in peace for many years.

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Zelenskyy is elected in peace time but after Russia's invasion Ukraine is fighting a war. Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 The Vatican has defended Francis’ decision to recover in peace and out of the public eye. Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025 Let the man scroll Instagram while having his bowel movement in peace. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025 The threat of war means policymakers are pushing for more private investment, reframing defense as a necessary investment in peace and stability. Jacob Turcotte, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in peace

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“In peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20peace. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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