as in calm
not easily panicked or upset
we need the kind of leader who will be unshakable in a national crisis
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Recent Examples of unshakable
Responsive leadership should be the goal for populists and elitists alike
William F. Buckley Jr. was a man of many unshakable convictions.
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Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
In an era when so many in Washington seem detached from the realities of military service, Pete Hegseth's firsthand experience and unshakable commitment to our armed forces stands out as invaluable.
—Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Just as John hits the floor, Beth — who's speeding back to Montana — is struck with an unshakable sense that something terrible has happened.
—Matt Cabral, EW.com, 25 Nov. 2024
The unshakable Justin Herbert had a pass intercepted for the first time since Week 2.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
In an era when so many in Washington seem detached from the realities of military service, Pete Hegseth's firsthand experience and unshakable commitment to our armed forces stands out as invaluable.
—Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Just as John hits the floor, Beth — who's speeding back to Montana — is struck with an unshakable sense that something terrible has happened.
—Matt Cabral, EW.com, 25 Nov. 2024
The unshakable Justin Herbert had a pass intercepted for the first time since Week 2.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unshakable
Adjective
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The gains came amid relatively calm moves for Treasury yields in the U.S. bond market.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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The multicolored stone walls that encompass the wood-burning feature are carried over from the great room to the kitchen as well as other parts of the house, providing a calm cohesiveness.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Located on the state’s southeastern coast, just 30 minutes north of glitzy West Palm Beach, Jupiter enjoys a slower, more serene pace that’s perfect for lazy days of relaxing with a view of the water.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
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The effect is often serene and soothing, even when busy, stuttering electronic beats occasionally enter the mix.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Boone recalled this week Ichiro’s nonchalant response, which left Danley with more questions than answers.—
Chad Jennings,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Kraft struggled with both physical and mental difficulties throughout his life, and his nonchalant attitude toward money often made his life difficult.—
Patrick Salland,
Kansas City Star,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Did the skipper think this was a Buck Rogers episode, where the unflappable hero always pulls through in the end?—
David Wolman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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Captain Rohit Sharma could not even make it to the fifth Test, so abject his batting as a notably flustered persona took hold of his usual unflappable demeanour, while mighty Virat Kohli was reduced to a diminished figure after continually being baffled by Scott Boland.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 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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Being intentional about staying calm and composed projects confidence without saying a word.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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The Brooklyn native became the new IBF super lightweight champion with a composed and masterful boxing performance to defeat Liam Paro (25-1) on Saturday night in Puerto Rico.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
8 Dec. 2024
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
Adjective
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Two hiring cycles quietly came and went, but Leftwich has remained unshaken.—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Their reunion plays out in real time and is one of Leigh’s most unforgettable scenes, with Blethyn’s unbridled, volcanic emotions matched harmoniously by Jean-Baptiste’s conflicted but unshaken compulsion to stay.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
9 Dec. 2024
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