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Recent Examples of nerveless Instead, Kvitova produced a nerveless performance, finishing off the match with her first ace of the final. Danielle Rossingh, Forbes, 27 June 2021 The seemingly nerveless Floridian, a ferocious competitor at the best of times, hit back in style to close with two birdies in his last three holes for a round of 69 in the process sending a very clear message to his rivals out there. Patrick Snell, CNN, 9 Aug. 2020 There is genius in playing nerveless golf on Sunday at the Masters, and Tiger surely did that. Paul Daugherty, Cincinnati.com, 13 Apr. 2020 Kupcho was the first woman to win at Augusta National, in the inaugural Women’s Amateur in April, and played apparently nerveless golf until her final 4-foot putt. Graham Dunbar, BostonGlobe.com, 30 July 2019 Its 1-1 draw against Lionel Messi's team was achieved through resilient and nerveless play. Pan Pylas, chicagotribune.com, 21 June 2018 So with two on and no out, Pierce sent in his nerveless fixer: Parker Joe Robinson. Nick Moyle, San Antonio Express-News, 17 June 2018 His later career, following a move, in 1970, to Captiva Island, in Florida, was consumed by fetching but rather nerveless experimentation—with print mediums, cardboard reliefs, exotic fabrics, reflective surfaces, and incessant photography— Peter Schjeldahl, The New Yorker, 29 May 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nerveless
Adjective
  • Murena Pixel Tablet And Third-Party Apps The ecosystem for Android tablets is weaker than that of Android smartphones.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Cleanup crews noted the tree’s root system was very weak.
    Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The nonchalant nature of the talking stage can also shield individuals from rejection.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Among the many characters in the mural are: a gray cat perched in a tree; a white-and-black dog digging excitedly in the grass; a nonchalant orange cat lounging without a care; a dachshund mid-chase after a ball; and a black cat leaping into the air, back arched in dramatic flair.
    Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The index took a mere three weeks and a day to fall just over 10% from its peak on Feb. 19 through Thursday’s close, in its way an equal and opposite reaction to the imperturbable rally that had lifted the market to those highs.
    Michael Santoli, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Valeska is the movie’s stabilizing presence, imperturbable even in the face of potential natural disaster.
    David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Founded in 1879, The Glenrothes is a Speyside single malt producer that often highlights a few key aspects of its whisky production: very soft (low mineral content) water, vibrant and fruity new-make spirit, and the hallmark floral notes that develop in its highly aged stocks.
    David Thomas Tao, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Step 4: Apply the solution and scrub the carpet Apply the solution to the carpet and use a soft upholstery brush to scrub it in, working in small sections.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • For example, research at the Ivey Business School reveals that temperance (being calm, composed, patient, prudent, and self-controlled) is one of the weakest character dimensions for many people.
    Mary Crossan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Accepting the results with a composed yet sobering tone, Shyne acknowledged the democracy.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • For example, research at the Ivey Business School reveals that temperance (being calm, composed, patient, prudent, and self-controlled) is one of the weakest character dimensions for many people.
    Mary Crossan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Once water has been introduced, provide the dog with treats and praise while bathing them, and remain calm and confident.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The show was so popular that a young Jim Carrey did an impression of the famously unflappable Woolery on In Living Color.
    Victoria Edel, People.com, 24 Nov. 2024
  • Tracing Josiah’s trajectory from lumberjack to shipyard riveter to ambitious serviceman, Wang offers a protagonist of unflappable morality and decency.
    The New Yorker, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Nestled in the serene mountains of Chiang Mai and the lush tropical beauty of Sri Lanka, The Beekeeper House is a sanctuary for healing.
    Kara Markley Sterling, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
  • The Bulgarian, known for his serene disposition and velvet touch, ranks as the top goalscorer in sub-zero matches with nine goals — although five of these came in Manchester United’s 7-1 mauling of Blackburn Rovers in November 2010, skewing the results somewhat.
    Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025

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“Nerveless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nerveless. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

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