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as in pacifistic
inclined to live in peace and to avoid war
a peaceful tribe that had quietly inhabited these shores for centuries before the arrival of the Europeans
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as in nonviolent
not involving violence or force
UN officials struggled to find a peaceful solution to the troublesome conflict
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a peaceful house, now that the kids are all grown and departed
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a peaceful lake
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
the patient is peaceful and resting comfortably
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peaceful coexistence
friendly coexistence
harmonious coexistence
cooperative coexistence
quiet coexistence
calm coexistence
peaceful means
a peaceful place
peaceful relations
a peaceful solution
a diplomatic solution
a political solution
a nonmilitary solution
a peaceable solution
an amicable solution
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Recent Examples of peaceful
Yet the federal government is deploying tactical units and military-grade force to detain peaceful people who, in most cases, have no criminal record.
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Tania Navarro, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2025
The United States does not recognize Taiwan's statehood but has political and economic stakes in a peaceful resolution to the decades-long dispute, and is obliged by U.S. law to help Taipei arm itself against a possible attack.
—John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
Waly noted that gangs are expanding into previously peaceful areas.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2025
Iran has long maintained that its nuclear program is peaceful, and U.S. intelligence agencies have assessed that Tehran is not actively pursuing a bomb.
—Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 26 June 2025
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Tania Navarro, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2025
The United States does not recognize Taiwan's statehood but has political and economic stakes in a peaceful resolution to the decades-long dispute, and is obliged by U.S. law to help Taipei arm itself against a possible attack.
—John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
Waly noted that gangs are expanding into previously peaceful areas.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2025
Iran has long maintained that its nuclear program is peaceful, and U.S. intelligence agencies have assessed that Tehran is not actively pursuing a bomb.
—Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peaceful
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While serious criminals have been apprehended, a score of nonviolent immigrants have been caught up in immigration raids.—
Billal Rahman
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
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Out of 11 million undocumented individuals in the U.S., only 6% have criminal records — most for nonviolent offenses like DUI or reentry violations.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2025
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Pulse Picks Yes, the MLB trade deadline could be quiet … but there are some big names that could move, too.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Once a quiet fishing village, Nazaré, Portugal, is home to some of the world's largest rideable waves, reaching up to 100 feet.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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You and your date are nestled on Mozart's expansive deck, with a signature coffee in hand, watching this spectacular show unfold over the tranquil waters of Lake Austin.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The tranquil spa on the property’s lower level feels like a hidden oasis, with a sleek and contemporary pool that is, in fact, the only indoor swimming pool in inner Copenhagen.—
Elizabeth Brownfield,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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In between, are patio tables with umbrellas and other shady spots to sit for a while and take in the serene surroundings.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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Finally, the third gallery room attempts to project a cooler, more verdant future with walls colored a serene green hue.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Xi must know that old societies tend to be pacific and that China is getting old fast.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Their awards show is today, Saturday, at 12 noon pacific time.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Trump’s narrow nationalism does not seem more peaceable than internationalism.—
Daniel Immerwahr,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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If anything, the scale of the Second World War and the advent of the atom bomb made the quest for a peaceable international order more urgent than ever.—
Margaret MacMillan,
The Atlantic,
30 Apr. 2025
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The building creates a sunny garden nook ideal for restful afternoons, allowing the surrounding natural scenery to shine.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 June 2025
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After a restful off day on Wednesday, Caglianone didn’t need much time to make his 14th career game memorable.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2025
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While some are more placid and don't mind being treated, there are others who can get very stressed by their unknown environment, including Percy the cat.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 June 2025
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His face is as placid as a god’s, affixing a category to each letter.—
Rick Barot,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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“Peaceful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peaceful. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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