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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the unusual calmness of the lake gave its surface a strikingly glassy appearance
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
her resolute calmness in a crisis serves her well as a nurse in the emergency room
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a teacher who handles even the most vexing situations with a clearheaded calmness
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for calmness
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The robot's performance matched that of skilled human surgeons, handling unexpected scenarios with composure and precision.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025 -
Jordan Walsh regains his composure Walsh was whistled for seven personal fouls in the Celtics’ second Summer League game, then was ejected from the third after picking up two technicals in a seven-second span.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
18 July 2025
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Here are some of the most peaceful beach destinations for travelers really looking to relax and unwind in serenity: The Seychelles earned top spot as the most peaceful beach destination.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Who doesn’t love the serenity and beauty of a Japanese garden?—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
23 July 2025
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Trump also threatened Russia with several ultimatums if a peace agreement was not reached.—
Mark Temnycky,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Less than two weeks for Russia to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
29 July 2025
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Lemon Balm Lemon balm contains chemicals that promote a sense of overall calm and support nervous system health.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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The attacks, which sank the two vessels, appear to show an escalation of force and were the first recorded this year after months of calm in the busy waterway.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
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In the 1998 film, Nicole appears at Camp Walden breezy and at ease, expertly navigating the pile of duffle bags before helping Lohan's character, Hallie, do the same.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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The sound quality and ease of use also got major points.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 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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Nestled among the trees in the quiet of the garden are figures of Polish saints and others associated with Carmel, including St. Therese of the Child Jesus and St. Louis Martin, her father, St. Raphael Kalinowski, St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. John Paul II.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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“Calmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calmness. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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