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or tranquillity
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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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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
With King Street just a few blocks away, 86 Cannon is well situated for travelers who want walkable access to downtown without sacrificing tranquility.
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Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
More than anything, the event taught or reminded the crowd that when harmonies unlock smiles and grooves, tranquility and warmth is unlocked and all feels right with the universe.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Located in Oakley, a city known for its small-town charm and rich agricultural history, Summer Lake North is a place where residents can enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while still having easy access to modern conveniences.
—Brigitte Nowinski, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2025
The tranquility and serene setting of Palmas is enhanced by the sounds of the coquí (small tree frogs), trails leading to the private beach and ponds full of turtles guests are welcome to feed.
—Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
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Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
More than anything, the event taught or reminded the crowd that when harmonies unlock smiles and grooves, tranquility and warmth is unlocked and all feels right with the universe.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Located in Oakley, a city known for its small-town charm and rich agricultural history, Summer Lake North is a place where residents can enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while still having easy access to modern conveniences.
—Brigitte Nowinski, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2025
The tranquility and serene setting of Palmas is enhanced by the sounds of the coquí (small tree frogs), trails leading to the private beach and ponds full of turtles guests are welcome to feed.
—Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquility
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His form surged late in the season, and his composure is tailor-made for Bethpage’s pressure cooker.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Here are some tips from Rosenberg and other experts on how best to maintain your composure amid South Florida’s gridlock.—
Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
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The granular cartographic details are beyond the scope of this column, but the general guiding principle should be self-determination and peace over strife and proxy war.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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The outcome might not be peace, another pipe dream whose pursuit produced nothing but grief.—
Hussein Agha,
New Yorker,
22 Aug. 2025
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Statewide, confidence has risen 18% since April’s recent low when fears peaked as President Donald Trump unveiled an aggressive trade policy that unraveled years of international economic serenity.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
26 Aug. 2025
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Miyake has a wonderful eye and ear for small, perfect details of everyday serenity: Steam rises off a bowl of udon noodles slurped in silence one frosty afternoon, while snow gives way underfoot with a pleasingly muffled crunch and grumble.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
24 Aug. 2025
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In the quiet of the postpartum unit, some staff shared that they had been born here; others told stories of celebrating the births of friends and family members.—
John McHugh,
Mercury News,
30 July 2025
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Moments of early-morning quiet in a deer stand are some of my favorites to recall.—
George Warthen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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