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or tranquillity
1
as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk
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2
as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen
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3
as in peace
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice
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Recent Examples of tranquility
For all the drama this season with Jimmy Butler, three lockers down that same side of the room at Kaseya Center, Herro has stood this season as a portrait of tranquility, thoughtfulness and purpose.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2025
Creators like Neeleman appear to have cracked a social-media code with their baby and home-life content, acting as a beacon of tranquility in an otherwise rage-inducing social feed.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Designers and homeowners alike are leaning into palettes that celebrate individuality, evoke nature’s tranquility, and pay homage to timeless styles.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025
Unfortunately, at times, many of our legislators have put themselves and political parties before the needs of the country resulting in loss of tranquility.
—Jim Weygand, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2025
Creators like Neeleman appear to have cracked a social-media code with their baby and home-life content, acting as a beacon of tranquility in an otherwise rage-inducing social feed.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Designers and homeowners alike are leaning into palettes that celebrate individuality, evoke nature’s tranquility, and pay homage to timeless styles.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025
Unfortunately, at times, many of our legislators have put themselves and political parties before the needs of the country resulting in loss of tranquility.
—Jim Weygand, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquility
Noun
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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
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Her composure on and off the court are impressive, considering her age.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2025
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Zelenskyy, however, remains skeptical that Putin is ready for peace as Russian forces continue to pound Ukraine.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Finally, the main challenge will be to transform a conflict economy into one of peace.—
Jason K. Stearns,
TIME,
19 Mar. 2025
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Wellness and serenity are at the forefront of the home, which features the high-tech Delos Super V air purification system.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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In Texas, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth leaned into Japanese architectural design styles, embodying simplicity and serenity in a way that exposes visitors to foreign culture and religion.—
Margi Glavovic Nothard,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2025
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The final horn sounded, mercifully, the players shook hands, and the Aztecs shuffled off the floor, through a tunnel and into the quiet of their locker room, their season ending with a whimper instead of a bang.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Ting Su; 2024; USA; 10 min Digitizing union newspapers in the quiet of a dark room, a filmmaker reflects on their relationship to labor. David (for now) | Dir.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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