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as in peacefulness
a state without war
after a long and bitter war, the troubled region finally achieved peace
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as in tranquillity
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a light, humorous novel that is good for putting my mind at peace right before I go to sleep
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the eerie peace after a tornado
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as in harmony
peaceful coexistence
can't we all just live in peace?
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Recent Examples of peace
Many will have to work to find peace outside the criminal justice system, which is imperfect for all involved, but especially victims, Williams said.
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 3 July 2025
Morrow said she’s found some new peace, focusing on her photography show that details the aftermath of the Eaton fire.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
The path toward peace and prosperity is evident as proven by the Abraham Accords.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 July 2025
After all, the mission of the Kadampa Meditation Center Miami — a modern Buddhist center housed above the shuttered Lotus Garden restaurant on Miracle Mile — is to help people develop inner peace and overcome unhappiness.
—Lauren Costantino
updated July 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 3 July 2025
Morrow said she’s found some new peace, focusing on her photography show that details the aftermath of the Eaton fire.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
The path toward peace and prosperity is evident as proven by the Abraham Accords.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 July 2025
After all, the mission of the Kadampa Meditation Center Miami — a modern Buddhist center housed above the shuttered Lotus Garden restaurant on Miracle Mile — is to help people develop inner peace and overcome unhappiness.
—Lauren Costantino
updated July 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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The Light On White design aesthetic celebrates nature’s inspirations in a search for harmony, simplicity, and raw beauty.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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That’s because this light, crisp and refreshing style is all about balance, and striking the right harmony among the ingredients.—
Erik Ofgang,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The financial instability of recent years heightened awareness of what can be lost—income, stability, opportunity—fueling efforts to prevent future financial shortfalls.—
Ron Shevlin,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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This often happens to serve decision-makers and stakeholders who want to portray a consistent image of stability and success in order to hasten the inaugural process.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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The images’ long durations fuse with the buildings’ cool serenity, making a bold visual statement about the self-consciously contemplative aesthetic of modernism itself.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
20 June 2025
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Your serenity will reach an all time high with the addition of a Rockaway Signature Massage, a complimentary wellness class, and an early dinner at their restaurant Margie’s.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
3 June 2025
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Just over the Wisconsin state line, there is an Upper Peninsula dispensary that offers the ease of a drive-thru option to buy ganja.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Design is imbued with particular a sense of comfort and urban ease in the work of 2id Interiors.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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Someone had accidentally triggered the emergency services feature on an iPhone, and an alarm sound sliced through the quiet of the New York Yankees’ clubhouse.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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If her body isn’t always willing, her mind and her heart are still keen on the sport, so Press makes her most valuable contributions now in the quiet of the locker room.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 17 Jul. 2025.
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