as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
was praised for having a coolheaded response to the crisis
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Her coolheaded approach — distilling arguments, weighing the evidence, and then ruling decisively — was evident in discussions over the Cohen case and is typical for Strauss, according to lawyers who have worked with her for decades.
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Benjamin Weiser, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2020
Colleagues say that on the campaign and in the White House, Ms. Grisham has been a coolheaded, encouraging presence.
—Elizabeth Williamson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2019
And Pelosi, as the speaker of the House Representatives, appeared characteristically coolheaded throughout the voting process.
—Barry Samaha, Harper's BAZAAR, 19 Dec. 2019
At the end of each challenge, the regular judge (Katherine Gray, a coolheaded glass artist and a professor) and a guest judge evaluate the contestants’ work.
—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 31 July 2019
That’s why a buyer should be represented by a buyer’s agent who provides coolheaded, arm’s length expertise.
—Pat Kapowich, The Mercury News, 11 July 2019
Beijing should be very coolheaded because does a new Cold War serve China’s interests?
—Jeremy Page, WSJ, 13 Oct. 2018
The movie weaves two stories, that of Anote Tong, the former president who calls on world leaders to help save his people, and that of Sermery, a coolheaded mother of six who reluctantly emigrates to New Zealand.
—New York Times, 15 June 2018
Graceful and coolheaded, the artist is prone to speaking in elliptical phrases that build on one another, in a way that echoes her artwork.
—Hilarie M. Sheets, New York Times, 3 Aug. 2017
Benjamin Weiser, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2020
Colleagues say that on the campaign and in the White House, Ms. Grisham has been a coolheaded, encouraging presence.
—Elizabeth Williamson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2019
And Pelosi, as the speaker of the House Representatives, appeared characteristically coolheaded throughout the voting process.
—Barry Samaha, Harper's BAZAAR, 19 Dec. 2019
At the end of each challenge, the regular judge (Katherine Gray, a coolheaded glass artist and a professor) and a guest judge evaluate the contestants’ work.
—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 31 July 2019
That’s why a buyer should be represented by a buyer’s agent who provides coolheaded, arm’s length expertise.
—Pat Kapowich, The Mercury News, 11 July 2019
Beijing should be very coolheaded because does a new Cold War serve China’s interests?
—Jeremy Page, WSJ, 13 Oct. 2018
The movie weaves two stories, that of Anote Tong, the former president who calls on world leaders to help save his people, and that of Sermery, a coolheaded mother of six who reluctantly emigrates to New Zealand.
—New York Times, 15 June 2018
Graceful and coolheaded, the artist is prone to speaking in elliptical phrases that build on one another, in a way that echoes her artwork.
—Hilarie M. Sheets, New York Times, 3 Aug. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coolheaded
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Great need can also reduce an ordinarily calm and reflective hunter to a gibbering imbecile.Jack O’Connor, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
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On the other end, a scammer impersonates a bank representative with a calm and authoritative tone.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Housing up to 14 people, a group of friends or family reunion can enjoy a comfortable space in a serene setting.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
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The figure’s serene posture against the backdrop of the ocean resonated deeply with them, leading to quiet contemplation.Laura Parker, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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While in prison, Mohammadi has continued to campaign tirelessly for human rights causes, lobbying strongly for the rights of Iranian women and calling for a peaceful resolution to the war in Gaza.Niamh Kennedy, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
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Whether to accept election results and the peaceful transfer of power has never been on the ballot like this.ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2024
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Stay composed and resilient with empathy, which should help ease tension in the room.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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In a star-making performance, Pierre is terrific as a man with a particular skill set thrumming below his composed, placid surface.Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2024
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These machine learning algorithms can quickly identify patterns and insights in collected data that would normally take much longer for a human eye to catch.Mahshid Ahmadi, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2024
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Also, finding one-of-a-kind art at the thrift is a great way to give a personal, collected look to your space.Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
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The aroma of copal and fresh herbs fill the air, and there’s a tranquil sense of quiet and peace.Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 24 Oct. 2024
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Riley writes that after a fairly tranquil decade after the divorce from Jackson, her mother began to blow things up in her life — firing virtually all of the staff that had been like friends to them, as well as cutting off actual friends… and even losing her religion.Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
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The two-hour runtime and slow boil storytelling make the full unveiling of Linda Blair’s possessed, demonic Regan all the more devastating, providing a horror monster whose salvation is all too easy to root for.Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 17 Sep. 2024
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Blair, who played the possessed main character, reportedly faced backlash for playing the role.Julie Tremaine, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2024
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“Coolheaded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coolheaded. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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