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as in quiet
free from storms or physical disturbance
after a stormy night of high winds and driving rains, the day dawned on a calm sea
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
bystanders tried to help the injured person remain calm while they waited for the ambulance to arrive
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as in peaceful
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the room became much calmer once the rowdy tour group had left
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
vacationing city dwellers who are tired of the hustle and bustle enjoy the calm of the secluded mountain village
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as in peace
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
the batter always exudes an aura of calm, even in clutch situations
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as in to soothe
to free from distress or disturbance
the president's reassuring words did much to calm the public during the national emergency
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a calm demeanor
calm determination
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Recent Examples of calm
Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 10 May 2025
Wellness Is the answer to a calmer life really this simple?
—Anya Meyerowitz, Glamour, 9 May 2025
Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2025
The goal is to bring your body back to a state of calm, as well as possibly reduce soreness and stiffness later on.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025
Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 6 May 2025
Now that the hubbub around Rihanna’s pregnancy announcement has calmed down, fans, of course, are onto their next question: When is Rihanna’s due date?
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 5 May 2025
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Adjective
Practice active listening and maintain a calm, collected demeanor.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 10 May 2025
Wellness Is the answer to a calmer life really this simple?
—Anya Meyerowitz, Glamour, 9 May 2025
Noun
Despite Jacmel’s sense of calm compared to Port-au-Prince, there’s fear that the terror strangling the capital and its neighboring Artibonite region will spread.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2025
The goal is to bring your body back to a state of calm, as well as possibly reduce soreness and stiffness later on.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
That's the part of the brain that controls emotions, and GABA is the brain chemical that helps calm your circuits.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 6 May 2025
Now that the hubbub around Rihanna’s pregnancy announcement has calmed down, fans, of course, are onto their next question: When is Rihanna’s due date?
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for calm
Adjective
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The saw-whets, perhaps intimidated by the larger owl, had gone quiet.—
Brad Dokken,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2025
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It’s been infinitesimally rare, even in his quietest performances, that Jokic has ever actively brought down his team’s chances of winning.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Waldorf Astoria Orlando Set amid a lush nature preserve and conveniently just minutes from Walt Disney World, Four-Star Waldorf Astoria Orlando offers a serene counterpoint to the region’s theme park frenzy.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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By the next afternoon, the art crowd had decamped and Hydra returned to its serene summer pace, with other low-key art sites revealing themselves like sculptural rocks at low tide.—
Tony Perrottet,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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The story will chronicle the events of May 15, 1970, when Mississippi police opened fire outside dormitories at Jackson State College (now Jackson State University), killing two unarmed students and injuring 12 others, during a peaceful protest against racial injustice.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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Sign up in advance to hop aboard the shuttle for a 15-minute ride to Barefoot Beach, one of Naples’ most beautiful beaches that’s known for incredible shelling and a peaceful atmosphere.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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The drive along the Falls Road and Shankill Road reveals a living history of murals, memorial gardens, and peace walls; sites that are powerful, sobering, and deeply informative.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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His predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, chose his papal name to show his commitment to peace and reconciliation by honoring St. Benedict and Pope Benedict XV, who was head of the church during World War I, Temple said.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
Verb
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For many visitors, relaxing with a soothing cup of tea has become a favorite pastime while traveling for business or pleasure.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The massage gun uses Theragun's gentle level of percussive massage therapy – perfect for those who prefer a milder, soothing massage that still provides relief.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Wildfire smoke contains very dangerous, tiny pollutants called PM2.5 that can travel deep into the lungs or enter the bloodstream when inhaled.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Indeed, data from NASA's Lunar Prospector mission revealed the lunar nearside contains up to 10 times more thorium than lunar farside.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Click here to see all the photos of the tranquil New York getaway.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 May 2025
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The saga of this allegedly civilized periodical seemed about as tranquil as a Viking smithy.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
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The speech was met with interruptions from hecklers, prompting Kennedy to remain composed and even express gratitude for the lessons learned from such interactions.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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The resort’s composed, perfectionist manager who returned to Japan after years in New York’s hospitality industry.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Calm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calm. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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