as in nonchalant
not easily panicked or upset
the unflappable teacher never even blinked when the wall map came crashing down
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Recent Examples of unflappable
The stress of being on call for weeks on end and under pressure to create meals that make so many different people happy can test even the most seasoned and normally unflappable cook.
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Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 15 Jan. 2025
Daniel Baxter, Winfrey's election guru and an unflappable veteran of many Detroit elections, assured me after the August primary that the clerk's staff would be ready to handle any volume of absentee ballots.
—M.l. Elrick, Detroit Free Press, 3 Nov. 2024
Mark once gave me an Armoury safari jacket, the very same one worn by the character in my novel, and its light, unflappable linen proved perfect for my summer readings around Germany and Switzerland that year.
—Gary Shteyngart, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2025
Ride became the first American woman to blast off into space, but beneath her unflappable composure was a secret.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2025
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Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 15 Jan. 2025
Daniel Baxter, Winfrey's election guru and an unflappable veteran of many Detroit elections, assured me after the August primary that the clerk's staff would be ready to handle any volume of absentee ballots.
—M.l. Elrick, Detroit Free Press, 3 Nov. 2024
Mark once gave me an Armoury safari jacket, the very same one worn by the character in my novel, and its light, unflappable linen proved perfect for my summer readings around Germany and Switzerland that year.
—Gary Shteyngart, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2025
Ride became the first American woman to blast off into space, but beneath her unflappable composure was a secret.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflappable
Adjective
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Other users weighed in with a more nonchalant mindset.—
Arabella Hau,
People.com,
16 Feb. 2025
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His distinctive nonchalant California glam aesthetic has evolved in his properties throughout the West Coast.—
Sofia Celeste,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Designed for moments of escape and calm, this walled section is especially attractive for those with sensory challenges.—
Frances MacDougall,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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If you are bitten by a rattlesnake, the department says to stay calm but act quickly.—
Sarah Linn,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Standing in the rostrum of the House of Representatives, a gavel in her hand and a look of imperturbable stoicism on her face, Ms. Harris officiated as the two houses of Congress met in joint session to formally count the Electoral College votes for president.—
Peter Baker,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2025
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The team’s droll, imperturbable manager, Dave Roberts, spent much of his summer issuing medical briefings on infirm pitchers.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
The New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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Windham’s exclusive 1,200-acre mountain, with an elevation of 3,100 feet, is known for its pristine, uncrowded slopes—providing the perfect setting for an intimate and serene ski experience.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Feb. 2025
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However, there’s no doubt the wellness oasis is every bit as thoughtful and serene as the rest of the property.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But fighting for something bigger than ourselves requires clarity, conviction, and an unshakable belief in what's possible.—
Steve Grappe Special to the Democrat-Gazette,
arkansasonline.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Set in 1993 North Philadelphia, Lil Kev follows 12-year-old Kevin Hart, whose wild imagination and unshakable optimism constantly collide with his neighborhood’s harsh realities.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Unexpected challenges, such as economic disruptions or global crises, require leaders to remain composed and responsive.—
Dr. Sharon H. Porter,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The 17-year-old, composed and well prepared, rattled off data about the need for youth involvement in civic decision-making.—
Mará Rose Williams,
Kansas City Star,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Instead, Kvitova produced a nerveless performance, finishing off the match with her first ace of the final.—
Danielle Rossingh,
Forbes,
27 June 2021
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The seemingly nerveless Floridian, a ferocious competitor at the best of times, hit back in style to close with two birdies in his last three holes for a round of 69 in the process sending a very clear message to his rivals out there.—
Patrick Snell,
CNN,
9 Aug. 2020
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“Unflappable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unflappable. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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