self-poise

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-poise
Noun
  • Public perception can crystallize within hours, so executives must be ready to act with purpose and composure instead of debating indefinitely.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Her composure on and off the court are impressive, considering her age.
    Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • To do otherwise would have been to engage in what the justices often decry: substituting their own political value judgments for the will of Congress and the executive’s enforcement of that will.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2025
  • But oftentimes these rematches come down to a battle of wills and Van Lith is confident TCU will be ready.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Similarly, people tend to eat less healthily for dinner because their willpower and decision-making energy are depleted throughout the day.
    Aslak de Silva, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Viewers will witness history as the first-ever double amputee survivor, Mandy Horvath, takes on the brutal wilderness of Belize's dense and unforgiving jungles — a challenge that goes beyond the wild, serving as a testament to sheer willpower, determination and resilience.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • This creates distance from personal biases, reduces defensiveness and helps both partners view solutions more objectively.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • There’s nothing inherently wrong with self-discipline and vigorous exercise, or taking great care of your body.
    Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2025
  • With Iraola, his managerial identity with Bournemouth is mostly about self-discipline and balance.
    Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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“Self-poise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-poise. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.

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