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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
Flowers were a gateway to Murray paying attention to what brought her peace.
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Keyaira Boone, Essence, 7 Aug. 2025
With Witkoff's latest meeting, Maynes says both sides may be looking for a compromise - not the full immediate peace Trump demands, but a solution that would keep him from fulfilling his threats on Friday.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
Colombia is a country that first needs to be healed from the ground up and there needs to be real peace for all people.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
All the peace and love in proximity generated a collective energy that was shared by all.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2025
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Keyaira Boone, Essence, 7 Aug. 2025
With Witkoff's latest meeting, Maynes says both sides may be looking for a compromise - not the full immediate peace Trump demands, but a solution that would keep him from fulfilling his threats on Friday.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
Colombia is a country that first needs to be healed from the ground up and there needs to be real peace for all people.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
All the peace and love in proximity generated a collective energy that was shared by all.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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Crafting aesthetic mood boards is made for Libras, who value harmony, balance, and taste.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Aug. 2025
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The harmony and togetherness of the group has been at its highest.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
10 Aug. 2025
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During demand spikes and relentless heatwaves, like the ones breaking records this summer, major grid components like power capacitors, which are essential for grid stability, can’t cool down.—
Shaun Walsh,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Keep in mind, as Venus moves through Leo — and your second house of values, stability and money-making abilities — the self-esteem boost continues.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The intimate lobby has a soothing dimness, crafted to ease stress and establish a sense of serenity.—
Kinsey Giddick,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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But there’s a surprising sense of coziness, serenity and comfort throughout.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Aim for a coarse to medium-coarse grind that’s as uniform as possible for ease of filtering.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
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But ease of access doesn’t compensate for lack of value.—
David James,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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In the quiet of the postpartum unit, some staff shared that they had been born here; others told stories of celebrating the births of friends and family members.—
John McHugh,
Mercury News,
30 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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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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