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as in peacefulness
a state without war
after a long and bitter war, the troubled region finally achieved peace
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as in tranquillity
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a light, humorous novel that is good for putting my mind at peace right before I go to sleep
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the eerie peace after a tornado
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as in harmony
peaceful coexistence
can't we all just live in peace?
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Recent Examples of peace
And most of the 20 points in the peace plan have yet to be tackled.
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Greg Palkot, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Ali said there have been other examples throughout world history of rebel groups cooperating with peace accords after long periods of fighting.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
Whether lasting peace in the region can be achieved—or if sporadic violence will return—is an open question, as acknowledged by both supporters and critics of the deal.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Fear has been institutionalized—budgeted, distributed, sold as peace.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
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Greg Palkot, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Ali said there have been other examples throughout world history of rebel groups cooperating with peace accords after long periods of fighting.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
Whether lasting peace in the region can be achieved—or if sporadic violence will return—is an open question, as acknowledged by both supporters and critics of the deal.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Fear has been institutionalized—budgeted, distributed, sold as peace.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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Families with children swim in the shallow ripples, and sea gulls flock above the peacefulness.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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France is the most militarized country in Western and Central Europe, while South America was the only region to record an improvement of peacefulness in this latest index.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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The industry has an uncertain few years ahead, but for now an era of harmony between streamers and networks has broken out.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
12 Oct. 2025
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The result is a home that reflects harmony and rhythm.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
11 Oct. 2025
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Al-Sudani, who rose to power after that upheaval, insisted his government had taken tangible steps to restore public trust, such as economic progress and political stability.—
Emma Graham,
CNBC,
15 Oct. 2025
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Kidd has provided stability to a franchise that has seen significant roster and front-office turnover.—
Evan Dammarell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Throughout the facility, there are several beautifully intimate and cozy seating areas to relax and enjoy the serenity of the space between services.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Oct. 2025
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As one of the century-old resort’s five distinct accommodations, the Beach Club offers seaside serenity that’s worth seeking out in the doldrums of winter.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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But, unsurprisingly, his favorite aspect of the place is its profound quietness.—
Rosecrans Baldwin,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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That quietness wasn't typical, Chyna Sands said.—
Monroe Trombly,
Louisville Courier Journal,
10 Sep. 2025
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The analysis looked at the number of kids and adults diagnosed with mental illness in each state, as well as ease of access to mental health care.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Such emotional moments aside, Poehler keeps the mood light by design, and the look of the show reflects her desire to set her guests at ease.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
9 Oct. 2025
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The yachts which have thronged the bay are fewer as summer gives way to fall, but the off-season quiet has its own appeal for visitors wanting a slice of paradise to themselves.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
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Or escape completely from the fray and bask in the quiet of the adults-only Hibiscus Pool or the 50,000-square-foot spa, the largest in the state.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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