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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
there's a temper of tranquility about the retreat that visitors find very inviting
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2
as in mood
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
was in quite a bad temper after spilling his juice all over his new shirt
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as in temperament
one's characteristic attitude or mood
she has an even temper and a calm manner that sets everyone all at ease
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as in to anneal
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as in to moderate
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Recent Examples of temper
Lisa Stardust, People.com, 7 June 2025
Horrible bosses − the ones who lose their temper, shout at subordinates and berate their work − are bad for everyone.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 6 June 2025
Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 June 2025
The hype for the season was quickly tempered by an injury to Clark's quad that has sidelined the rangy point guard for multiple games.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
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Noun
Jake has a hot temper like a tempestuous Aries and will do anything to get his mother's love and respect, often competing with his two brothers for her attention.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 7 June 2025
Horrible bosses − the ones who lose their temper, shout at subordinates and berate their work − are bad for everyone.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 6 June 2025
Verb
And while neither is immune to the electrifying jolt of uncovering a great deal, their goal is to temper the familiar feeling of getting caught up in the moment with versatile, seasonless finds.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 June 2025
The hype for the season was quickly tempered by an injury to Clark's quad that has sidelined the rangy point guard for multiple games.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temper
Noun
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Look, this is Florida’s third straight trip to the Stanley Cup Final, so this team has an aura of confidence that’s unmatched by most others.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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Even a few states that don't normally have the chance to spot the auras, like New York, might be able to catch a glimpse.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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Indeed, Howard seemed to be in a good mood after the game and embraced being an ambassador of his new league, engaging with fans and posing for selfies hours after the Miami 305 defeated his LA Riot squad 50-44 at Allstate Arena in Chicago.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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But immigration certainly helped Trump during the 2024 presidential election, largely because the mood in the country changed.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
14 June 2025
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Factors of social-emotional development included a child’s ability to form positive relationships with peers, act in ways that benefit others, have healthy relational attachment, self-soothe and have a healthy temperament.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
16 June 2025
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The best actors to take on a Wes Anderson role, many of whom have appeared again and again throughout the course of the filmmaker’s 12 features, seem comfortable stretching out in this narrow window of temperament.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
Verb
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Workable quantum solutions that make use of annealing systems are now in use.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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These services provide access to advanced quantum computing technologies, including annealing quantum computers with over 5,000 qubits and quantum-classical hybrid solvers capable of tackling complex problems involving up to one million variables.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
18 Dec. 2024
Verb
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On both sides, people have tried to moderate harsh rhetoric or encourage their political establishment to find peaceful solutions such as the 2015 nuclear deal.—
Mohammad Hosseini,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2025
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Japan's rice prices have been in the spotlight in recent times, with the government releasing emergency stockpiles to moderate the price of the country's staple food.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
19 June 2025
Noun
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The Pacers then encouraged fans to create a raucous atmosphere by standing up and waving their yellow towels.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2025
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Here’s what communication experts told Fortune about how managers should address an increasingly fearful atmosphere around immigration in the U.S.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
19 June 2025
Noun
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What matters is the team spirit, and the values represented by the club and its federation.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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Health issues ended the tour early, almost exactly a year ago, but Neil quickly recruited the Chrome Hearts, with the same initials but also the same fighting spirit. Not to mention the same guitarist — 34-year-old Micah Nelson, who saw his first Neil show at his dad’s Fourth of July Picnic.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2025
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However, regardless of the Justice Department’s disposition, athletes can bring Title IX lawsuits against schools through a private right of action.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
11 June 2025
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But because of her quiet disposition, her grandchildren never would have guessed it.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
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“Temper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temper. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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