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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
This is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge—and a direct threat to international peace and security.
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Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Friday The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda will sign a peace agreement in Washington, DC, that aims to end the fighting in eastern Congo.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN Money, 22 June 2025
Where once there was chaos and disorder, now there’s nothing but peace and solitude—for probably the next 4.5 minutes.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
In a sign of how far from peace the belligerents are, Russia launched another major drone strike overnight, hitting a hospital maternity ward in Odesa and parts of Kyiv, killing two, Ukrainian officials said.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 10 June 2025
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Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Friday The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda will sign a peace agreement in Washington, DC, that aims to end the fighting in eastern Congo.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN Money, 22 June 2025
Where once there was chaos and disorder, now there’s nothing but peace and solitude—for probably the next 4.5 minutes.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
In a sign of how far from peace the belligerents are, Russia launched another major drone strike overnight, hitting a hospital maternity ward in Odesa and parts of Kyiv, killing two, Ukrainian officials said.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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When that harmony hits, the sale becomes a symphony: the crack of the register, the rustle of the bag, the quiet thrill of being chosen.—
Joel Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The King presented the King Charles III Harmony Award, a special honor to recognize long-term commitment to creating a world where people, places and the planet can live in harmony.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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Globally, heatwaves, droughts, and extreme weather are disrupting supply chains, inflating food prices, and undermining financial stability.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Clean energy advocates responded vociferously that renewables could provide stability as Europe tried to wean itself off of Russian energy.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
21 June 2025
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At The Horse Shoe Farm, an 85-acre boutique resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Turchin family has created a unique enclave of creativity, serenity, and natural beauty.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Whether through silent tea rituals or hikes along Dragon’s Back, the city wants to prove that serenity is possible even in the shadow of skyscrapers.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Clusters of police officers stood at ease around courthouses and City Hall, drinking coffee and Red Bull, chatting with dog walkers, scrolling on their phones.—
Hailey Branson-Potts,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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Owners note the ease of use, build quality and functionality as some of its best features.—
Paul Brett,
Space.com,
12 June 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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From the misty hills of Harpers Ferry to the cosmic quiet of Green Bank, here’s how to explore one of the country’s most underrated summer destinations from east to west.—
West Virginia Tourism Office,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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